⛳ Golf Diary: A New Step with New (to me) Clubs! Monday, October 6, 2025
Good morning!
The forecast for Kikugawa this morning was "sunny with clouds later" and only a 20% chance of rain, but looking out the window, it's beautifully clear! It looks like it's going to be the perfect start to the week.
Speaking of perfect... the newly arrived (pre-owned) golf clubs finally got here the other day! 📦✨ I'm so excited to start sorting through them. They are all great quality clubs, and I can't wait to introduce them to all of you. I'll be sure to take my time and show off the unique character and charm of each club later on. Stay tuned!
It's Always a Perfect Day for Golf Somewhere!
I'm sure today is a perfect golf day here in Japan, and at golf courses all around the world! If you happen to be out for a round today, enjoy it to the fullest and aim for your best score!
At our shop, we carefully hand-carry and deliver high-quality, select pre-owned clubs from Japan. We're confident in our quality! Please take a moment to peek at our website. If you like what you see, we'd be thrilled if you showed your support with a "Like" or a Share!
To all the golfers out there: Go get those nice shots today! 💪
⛳ Japan Golf Equipment Industry News (as of October 5, 2025)
The Japanese golf industry is currently in the midst of the Autumn Golf Season, with major developments centered on new product launches, M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) activity reshaping the market structure, and the continued expansion of indoor golf facilities.
1. Key New Products and Gear for Autumn 2025
A variety of new products have been released by many manufacturers in preparation for the autumn season.
New Products from TaylorMade, PING, Titleist, and more:
TaylorMade has announced and released the "Qi35" series drivers, the soft iron forged irons "P8CB," and "MILLED GRIND 5 (MG5)" wedges. The MG5 wedges, in particular, are generating buzz with their use on tour.
PING has launched the "i240" irons and the "iDi" driving irons.
Titleist has confirmed the release of new iron models, including the "NEW T250" and "NEW T350."
Bridgestone Golf is also drawing attention for its upcoming releases, with the "BX" series—including new drivers like the "BX1LS" and "BX1ST"—being tested at tour venues for launches later in the autumn.
Iron Trends:
A prevailing trend across manufacturers is irons with an excellent performance balance, combining a "beautiful aesthetic (easy-to-set-up design)" with structural innovations for easy distance.
Putter Buzz:
Putters featuring technology designed to suppress stroke deviation, such as "Zero Torque Putters," are gaining attention, with their performance being highlighted in ranking articles.
2. Trends in Golf Course Operations and Related Businesses
While not strictly the equipment industry, the golf course operation sector is seeing major restructuring and expansion.
Mega-Group Formation of PGM and Accordia:
Heads of a major pachinko/pachislot machine manufacturer, Heiwa, acquired Accordia Golf, which was previously the domestic market leader under a US fund (acquisition expected to be completed in January 2025).
This consolidation brings the combined golf course holdings of Heiwa's subsidiary PGM (Pacific Golf Management) and Accordia to a world-leading total of 321 courses in Japan, marking a significant structural change in the industry.
Expansion of Indoor Golf Facilities:
Indoor golf studio operators like SMART GOLF are aggressively opening new locations nationwide and forging business alliances with external partners (such as management support firms and Golf Digest Online). This trend is diversifying and expanding the golf practice environment.
3. Other News (Apparel, etc.)
Golf Apparel News:
TaylorMade Apparel is making moves in the golf wear sector, announcing a collaboration with United Arrows and releasing its Fall/Winter collection featuring new functional materials (T-CONTROL).
(Note: The above information is based on reports and product releases available as of October 5, 2025.)
🇵🇭 Philippines Golf News Highlights (as of October 5, 2025)
The news highlights for the Philippine golf scene as of October 5, 2025, are primarily focused on upcoming events on the Asian Tour and the domestic Philippine Golf Tour (PGT), as well as announcements about international events that signal a surge in the popularity of golf in the Philippines.
Sunday, October 5th, marks either the final day or a preparation period for major tournaments, but the most notable aspect is the increasing international attention being placed on the Philippines' golf scene.
1. International Events Spotlight
As of October 5, 2025, news is buzzing around a major event scheduled for the latter half of the month.
The International Series Philippines
Dates: October 23 – 26, 2025
Venue: Sta. Elena Golf Club, Manila
Overview: Part of the Asian Tour, this tournament is creating major excitement because it will feature LIV Golf star players, making it one of the most prestigious and star-studded fields ever assembled in the Philippines.
Key Players: The participation of Major champions has been announced, led by former World No. 1 Dustin Johnson, along with Bubba Watson, Patrick Reed, Charl Schwartzel, and Louis Oosthuizen. This marks a historic event for Filipino golf fans.
2. Upcoming Philippine Domestic Tour (PGT) Schedule
While no PGT tournaments were taking place on October 5th, important dates for the remainder of the schedule have been announced.
ICTSI DEL MONTE CHAMPIONSHIP
Dates: October 14 – 17, 2025
Venue: Del Monte Golf Club
ICTSI APO GOLF CLASSIC
Dates: October 21 – 24, 2025
Venue: Apo Golf and Country Club
ICTSI SOUTH PACIFIC CLASSIC
Dates: October 28 – 31, 2025
Venue: South Pacific Golf Club
These events are highly anticipated stages for the country's top local players, such as Miguel Tabuena, and other promising Filipino talents to compete.
Overall, the month of October is shaping up to be a very exciting period for Philippine golf, combining the arrival of international top players with the crucial late-season battles of the domestic tour.
🇺🇸 PGA Tour: Sanderson Farms Championship Final Round Highlights
Sunday, October 5, 2025, marked the final round (Round 4) of the Sanderson Farms Championship, a tournament included in the PGA Tour's Fall Series. The event took place at The Country Club of Jackson in Mississippi.
Here are the key takeaways from the final day of the tournament, including the performance of the Japanese players.
1. Sanderson Farms Championship Final Day (Round 4)
The tournament concluded on Sunday, October 5th.
The Leader Heading into the Final Day: Garrick Higgo (South Africa) maintained his solo lead after the third round (October 4th), entering the final round at a total of 18-under par.
Noteworthy Player Surge: Max Homa (USA), a player with six career Tour wins who had struggled in recent years, made a strong bid to join the contention. He posted a spectacular 64 in the third round, surging to T8 and placing himself just five shots off the lead.
Winner (Initial Report): Though official PGA Tour final scores weren't immediately confirmed in all reports, some news indicated that Hidetaka Shimonaka achieved his first Tour victory. (However, due to potential confusion with results from domestic Japanese tours, the most confirmed fact leading into the final day was Higgo's solo lead.)
2. Performance of Japanese Players
Japanese players who made the cut performed admirably in the upper ranks heading into the final round.
Takumi Kanaya:
He was positioned in 14th place at a total of 11-under par after the third round, with high expectations for a further climb on the final day.
Ryo Hisatsune:
He stood at T23 with a total score of 10-under par following the third round.
The PGA Tour's Fall Series is crucial for players, as they compete for FedExCup points to secure their Tour cards, seeding, and eligibility for the upcoming 2026 season.
🇺🇸 LPGA Tour: Lotte Championship Final Round Report
Sunday, October 5, 2025, saw the final round (Round 4) of the LPGA Tour’s Lotte Championship at Hoakalei Country Club in Hawaii, where Japanese players were heavily involved in the tight competition for the title.
Here are the main events and results from the day:
1. Lotte Championship Results and Japanese Player Performance
The final round saw Akie Iwai, the leader from the previous day, and Minami Katsu, who was just one shot behind, play in the final grouping, raising high hopes for a Japanese player to claim her maiden LPGA Tour victory.
The Champion: Yumin Fan (South Korea), playing on a sponsor's exemption, mounted a fierce charge with a final-round 67 to secure her first Tour victory at 17-under par overall.
Japanese Player Results:
Minami Katsu: Carded a final-round 69 to finish in solo 3rd place at 15-under par. While she narrowly missed her first U.S. Tour victory, she fought her way into contention until the very end.
Akie Iwai: Starting with the solo lead, she could not extend her lead, finishing with a 71 and falling to a tie for 4th place at 14-under par.
Nasa Hataoka: Finished the tournament in a tie for 8th place at 13-under par, securing another Top-10 finish.
Other Japanese players also finished strong: Chisato Iwai finished T14, and both Miyu Yamashita and Yuna Nishimura finished T23, with many players posting excellent results.
2. Other LPGA-Related News
Attention is also turning to the process of securing spots for the next season.
Preparation for Q-Series (Final Qualifying Stage):
Several Japanese players, including Miyu Yamashita, Akie Iwai, Chisato Iwai, Erika Hara, and Yuri Yoshida, have entered the final qualifying stage (Q-Series) scheduled for December. This event will determine eligibility for the 2026 LPGA Tour season, and their progress is highly anticipated.
(This text was checked and researched using Google Gemini.)
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