Soare was released in 2007 as the series for lure fishing of Japanese rockfish, which is highly enjoyable, just like a game. Shimano deployed an extensive lineup, including reels tuned as special models, as well as rods, lures and lines. It pursues lightness and operability suitable for light game. Shimano released a rod with specifications for lure fishing of horse mackerel in 2013, and a compact reel (size: 500) with a deadweight of only 140 g in 2017. Shimano provides an extensive lineup, from basic models to high-end models, for a wide range of anglers, and continues to pursue functionality suitable for light game.