⛳️ Golf Diary: Sunday, October 26, 2025 Kikugawa's Sky and Today's Plan
Good morning, everyone!
This morning in Kikugawa, the sky is looking a bit gloomy. According to the weather forecast, it's going to be "rainy followed by cloudy skies" today, with a high chance of precipitation—a whopping 80%! ☔️ The high temperature is expected to be 21 degrees Celsius, making it a chilly day. Since the rain is likely to continue until after 3 PM, we need to be cautious with any outdoor plans.
A day like this is actually the perfect time to get into some golf club maintenance and gear organization!
🇯🇵 Japan's Two Big Concerns Yesterday
Speaking of yesterday, the two biggest topics of interest in Japan were, undoubtedly, "the occurrence of earthquakes and the related information in various regions" and "the results of international sports matches."
When we hear news about major events, it reminds us once again of the importance of daily safety and the excitement that sports can bring.
📩 New Arrivals! Getting Clubs Organized!
I have some news for all of you reading this blog!
We have finally started the serious work of organizing the golf clubs that have just arrived! We have everything from shiny new partners to many high-quality, pre-owned clubs with character and history ✨.
On this blog, I will be introducing these unique clubs and gear, little by little, every day.
If you have any specific interests like, "What clubs does this manufacturer have?" or "I'm looking for this kind of gear!", please don't hesitate to send me a message. You might just find the perfect club to enrich your golf life!
🏌️♀️ An Encouragement to Golfers Worldwide!
Even if it's raining here in Kikugawa, I bet the sun is shining and it's a perfect golf day somewhere else in the world! ☀️
Our shop is dedicated to delivering carefully selected, high-quality used clubs from Japan to golfers all over the globe, personally hand-carrying them with care.
I hope all of you enjoy your golf today, wherever you are!
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To all golfers out there, have a great day and hit it straight!
☆ News on the Japanese Golf Equipment Industry as of October 24, 2025
The following trends and survey results were the main points of interest regarding the golf equipment industry in Japan around October 24, 2025.
1. Market Size Expected to Recover and Grow
According to market research reports on golf equipment, the Japanese golf equipment market is predicted to grow again after fluctuations in demand following the COVID-19 pandemic.
2025 Market Forecasts:
One survey forecasts the domestic golf equipment market size for 2025 to increase by 5.5% year-on-year, suggesting a trend toward market recovery and expansion.
Other reports also indicate that the golf equipment market is expected to achieve positive growth compared to the previous year.
2. Sustained Growth in E-commerce Sales
In terms of sales channels for golf equipment, reports show a continued rise in the ratio of Internet (E-commerce) sales.
The market trend for 2024 showed a slight increase of approximately 1% year-on-year in EC sales, indicating that online purchasing has become an established and common choice for golfers.
3. Latest Gear Trends on the Professional Tour
As professional tours are held during this time, the latest club settings and gear trends draw significant attention. This is a crucial factor that influences the spending habits of recreational golfers.
Pros Using the Newest Clubs:
News from the domestic Men's and Women's tours reports that many professional players are using the latest models of drivers, irons, and balls (e.g., 2025 model balls, unreleased prototype irons).
In particular, news about the official launch of new products by sponsored manufacturers on the tour, as well as unique selections of shafts and putters used by pros, are highlighted as gear trends.
4. High Activity in Amateur Tournaments
While not directly related to the equipment market, the strong performance of young Japanese players in top amateur tournaments across the Asia-Pacific region is notable.
The increasing interest in golf among the younger generation is a positive sign for the future sustainability of the market.
【Contextual Note: Market Background】
Recovery in Golf Participation: Data from 2023 showed that the number of golf course participants increased year-on-year to 5.3 million, with a recovery trend especially among younger demographics.
Addressing the "2025 Problem": Concerns about the "2025 problem"—the mass retirement of the Baby Boomer generation (Dankai no Sedai) from golf—were raised previously. However, the increase in participation among the younger "Dankai Junior" generation is seen as a factor that will help sustain the market size.
☆ Philippine Golf News: Major Events in the Philippine Golf World (October 25, 2025)
The main focus of the Philippine golf world on October 25, 2025, was a large-scale international tournament on the Asian Golf Tour.
☆ Major Events in the Philippine Golf World (October 25, 2025)
The most anticipated event was the high-prize money tournament, a flagship event of the Asian Tour, held in the Philippines for the first time.
The International Series Philippines
Dates: October 23 – 26, 2025
Status on Oct 25: The third round (Moving Saturday) was held.
Venue: Sta. Elena Golf Club (Santa Rosa, near Manila)
Key Highlights:
Star Players: Major champions and LIV Golf stars, including Dustin Johnson and Patrick Reed, participated. The stellar field was touted as the most prestigious ever assembled for a golf tournament in the Philippines.
Local Heroics: Local hero Miguel Tabuena was tied for the lead after the third round, building significant excitement leading into the final day.
Crowd Attendance: The event reportedly drew an unprecedented number of spectators, with news reports stating that a "golf fever" was sweeping the Philippines. The tournament was also positioned as a key part of the nation's efforts to promote golf tourism.
Conclusion of the ICTSI Apo Golf Classic
Dates: October 21 – 24, 2025 (Note: Oct 25 was the day after the tournament finished)
Status: It was reported that the ICTSI Apo Golf Classic, a major tournament on the Philippine Golf Tour (PGT), concluded on October 24, with Fidel Concepcion claiming the victory. This tournament was held at the Apo Golf & Country Club in Davao.
Specifically, October 25, 2025, marked the climax of the International Series Philippines, making it a weekend when the entire Philippine golf community drew significant international attention.
◇ U.S. Men's Professional Golf (PGA Tour) Events on October 25, 2025
On October 25, 2025, the U.S. men's professional golf scene focused on the following two major events:
1. PGA Tour (Fall Series): Status of the "Bank of Utah Championship"
The second round of the Bank of Utah Championship, held as part of the PGA Tour's Fall Series, experienced a consecutive day of suspension due to darkness caused by weather delays.
Tournament Status: On Saturday, October 25, 2025, the second round was not completed, and many players were unable to finish their holes.
Performance of Japanese Players (Provisional Standings):
Takumi Kanaya put up a strong fight and was provisionally tied for 5th place.
Kaito Onishi was also positioned well to make the cut, provisionally tied for 14th place.
2. PGA Tour Q-School: Japanese Players Advance to the Second Stage
News broke that Japanese players had successfully advanced to the next step in the PGA Tour Qualifying School (Q-School), where they compete for tour cards for the following season.
The Event: Two players prominent on the Japanese domestic tour, Yuta Sugiura and Taiichiro Deriha, successfully passed the First Stage of the U.S. Tour Q-School (held at 14 sites). They secured their spots in the Second Stage, which will be held in early December.
Sugiura's Result: Sugiura finished with a score of 15-under par, tied for 5th place, at his Texas venue (Sugartree GC).
During this period, attention was focused both on the main Tour competitions and the challenges faced by younger players vying for tour status for the next season.
◇ U.S. Women's Professional Golf (LPGA Tour) Events on October 25, 2025
The main event in the U.S. women's professional golf world on October 25, 2025, was the final day of the group stage at the women's international team match-play competition sanctioned by the LPGA Tour.
◇ Major Events in U.S. Women's Golf (October 25, 2025)
The key news from the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour on this day revolved around the results of the qualifying rounds (group stage) of the Hanwha LIFEPLUS International Crown (an unofficial event) held in South Korea.
Tournament Name: Hanwha LIFEPLUS International Crown (Unofficial Event)
Location: New Korea CC, South Korea
Status on Oct 25: The third and final day of the group stage was contested in a Four-Ball match-play format.
Key Focus: Teams Advancing to the Semi-finals
The results of the matches on October 25 determined the four teams that would advance to the semi-finals on the following day (October 26).
Pool A
Team USA (United States) advanced as the group winner.
Team Australia advanced to the semi-finals in second place.
Pool B
World Team (featuring Brooke Henderson of Canada and Wei-Ling Hsu of Taiwan, among others) secured the top spot.
Team Japan advanced to the semi-finals in second place after defeating the host South Korean team.
The pair of Miyuu Yamashita and Mao Saigo won their match against the Korean pair.
The pair of Rio Takeda and Ayaka Furue drew their match.
As a result, Japan was set to face Team USA in the semi-finals the next day.
This tournament, sanctioned by the LPGA Tour, was a highly anticipated international event where the world's top women golfers gathered for team competition.
☆ Japan Golf News: Events on October 25, 2025
News from the Japanese golf world on October 25, 2025, mainly focused on significant developments in the domestic women's tour (JLPGA) and the successful performances of Japanese teams in international competitions.
1. Japan Women's Tour (JLPGA): Akari Sakuma Runs Away with the Lead
In one of the biggest prize money tournaments on the domestic women's tour, second only to the Majors, Akari Sakuma delivered a dominating performance.
Tournament Name: NOBUTA GROUP Masters GC Ladies (JLPGA Tour)
Status: Third Round (October 25, Masters Golf Club, Hyogo Prefecture)
Highlights:
Akari Sakuma shot a superb 9 birdies and 1 bogey for a round of 64, extending her lead to a total score of 20-under par.
She established a commanding 8-stroke lead over second-place Fuka Suga (12-under par), setting herself up for a runaway victory and a potential fourth win of the season.
Aoi Iwai followed in third place at 11-under par.
2. International Competition: Japan Advances to Semi-finals at Women's Team Match Play
The Japanese team achieved a dramatic victory in the women's international team match-play competition, the Hanwha LIFEPLUS International Crown, sanctioned by the LPGA Tour and held in South Korea.
Tournament Name: Hanwha LIFEPLUS International Crown
Status: Final day of the Group Stage (vs. South Korea)
Highlights:
In the crucial match against the host South Korean team, the pair of Miyuu Yamashita and Mao Saigo secured a dramatic 1-up victory by sinking a clutch birdie putt on the final hole.
As a result, Team Japan finished second in their group and advanced to the knockout stage. They are scheduled to face top-seed Team USA in the semi-finals the following day.
3. Step Up Tour / Legends Tour
Results from other domestic tours were also reported:
Step Up Tour: In the second round of the Salonpas Ladies Open, rookie Mei Fukuda moved into sole possession of the lead.
Legends Tour: At the Kayaba Legends Open, Hiroko Fukushima claimed her second career victory on the tour with a strong finish.
4. Other News (Japanese Players on the European Tour)
Hopeful updates were reported for Japanese players competing in the European Tour event in South Korea, positioning them well for the final round.
Tournament Name: Genesis Championship (South Korea)
Highlights:
Hideki Matsuyama shot a 67 in the third round and moved up to a provisional tie for 7th place, three strokes off the lead.
Yuto Katsuragawa was also positioned strongly, provisionally tied for 3rd place, entering the final day in contention for the title.
(This text was checked and researched using Google Gemini.)
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