⛳️ Golf Diary in Kikugawa: Historic Feat and Perfect Golf Weather!
Hello, everyone! Good morning!
Today is Saturday, November 15, 2025.
The sky here in Kikugawa is, as forecasted, sunny with occasional clouds. I can see a pleasant blue sky outside the window! With a 0% chance of rain, it looks like it will be a perfect weekend.
The maximum temperature today is 18°C, and it’s starting to feel a little chilly. Long-sleeved jackets are going to be a must-have today. If you're heading out for golf, bringing a light down jacket or fleece will keep you comfortable!
🏌️♂️ Astonishing! Thrilled by a "Historic Feat" in the Sports World!
The sports news yesterday truly gave me goosebumps!
Shohei Ohtani (31) of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Major League Baseball, was awarded the Season MVP early on the morning of November 14th JST, achieving a sweep of the votes for the third consecutive year and fourth time overall!
🏆 The Moment the MVP Was Announced Was So Touching
Ohtani appeared live on a local program with his wife, Mamiko, and their now-famous dog, Dekopin. The moment the MVP was announced, he embraced Dekopin, sharing the joy with his family, which moved fans around the world.
Ohtani commented, "Winning the World Series was the greatest thing for me. To cap it off by winning the Season MVP is a huge accomplishment, and I want to thank everyone." This remarkable achievement is the second most in history, trailing only Barry Bonds' seven MVP awards.
In addition to MVP, Ohtani won a total of four awards, including the Hank Aaron Award for the best offensive player, leading to a rush of awards dubbed a "Six Crown" achievement. Huge congratulations! His accomplishment gives us the greatest message: "Hard work pays off."
☀️ An Encouragement to Golfers Worldwide!
The perfect golfing weather must be stretching across the globe today!
Like Ohtani, let's all enjoy golf and do our best! To all golfers, keep up the great work!
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✈️ PS: Taking Requests for Legazpi!
Excuse me for a personal note, but I will be returning to Legazpi on November 20, 2025.
To meet your enthusiastic requests, I hope to hand-carry as many golf clubs as possible this time! If you have any requests, such as "I want that model" or "I'm looking for this kind of club," please feel free to send me a message!
May your golf life be the best it can be! See you next time!
🇵🇭 ☆Philippines Golf News☆ Friday, November 14, 2025
1. [Featured Event] Charity Golf Tournament Held
On Friday, November 14, 2025, the "Second Soroptimist International Manila Diamond Golf Tournament" was held in the Philippines.
Overview: This is a charity golf tournament organized by Soroptimist International Manila Diamond.
Purpose: It serves as a fundraiser for social contribution activities and efforts to enhance the status of women, making it a meaningful event that contributes to society through golf.
2. [International Tournament] Southeast Asian Amateur Golf Team Championships (Final Day)
The "2025 Southeast Asian Amateur Golf Team Championships" concluded its final day at the Luisita Golf & Country Club in the Philippines.
Dates: November 11–14
Venue: Luisita Golf & Country Club
Overview: This is a prestigious tournament where top amateur players from various Southeast Asian nations compete in a team format. High expectations were placed on the performance of the young Filipino amateur golfers.
3. [Domestic Tour Updates] PGT/Asian Tour Developments
Asian Tour: International Series Philippines
This period overlapped with the International Series Philippines of the Asian Tour (November 13–16). This provided an opportunity for Filipino players to compete on the international stage.
Philippines Golf Tour (PGT): Towards the Season Finale
The crucial "ICTSI Valley Golf Challenge" (at Valley Golf & Country Club), marking the end of the PGT season, was scheduled to begin on Tuesday, November 18th. The professional golf scene in the Philippines remains competitive, with veteran Angelo Que vying for his first Player of the Year (Order of Merit/OOM) title.
🇺🇸 ☆US Men's Golf News☆ Friday, November 14, 2025
1. [PGA Tour] Butterfield Bermuda Championship Tees Off!
The "Butterfield Bermuda Championship", a key tournament late in the PGA Tour regular season for securing next season's tour card and FedEx Cup points, began.
Dates: Thursday, November 13 – Sunday, November 16, 2025
Venue: Port Royal Golf Course (Bermuda)
Developments on November 14 (Friday): The tournament entered its second day, with the provisional standings from Day 1 being finalized and leading players extending their scores.
🇯🇵 Focus on Japanese Players' Performance!
The performance of Japanese players drew particular attention, based on the Day 1 results (13th) and the provisional standings on the 14th (partial results).
Takumi Kanaya: It was major news that he marked a good score on Day 1 and started in a provisional T2 position (finished Day 1 in T8).
Rikuya Hoshino: He maintained a strong presence, positioning himself in the provisional T8 as of the 14th.
Ryo Hisatsune: He had a strong start, provisionally placing 4th on Day 1, commenting that he "recently likes courses with strong winds," suggesting he thrives in such conditions.
This tournament is one of the two crucial remaining events for players seeking to secure their tour card for the following year, and the leaderboard shifts leading into the final day are highly anticipated.
2. [Related News] Japanese Player's Drive to Re-Challenge the PGA Tour
News broke on this day that Japan Golf Tour player Satoshi Kodaira expressed his motivation to re-challenge the PGA Tour, citing an upcoming trip to Hawaii, drawing interest in the movements of Japanese players aiming for the PGA Tour.
🇺🇸 ☆US Women's Golf News☆ Friday, November 14, 2025
1. [LPGA Tour] "Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican" Underway
The LPGA Tour entered its final phase of the season with the second round of the "Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican" proceeding at Pelican GC in Florida.
This tournament is vital for determining the players who advance to the season-ending CME Group Tour Championship (based on the CME Globe Points Ranking).
Dates: Thursday, November 13 – Sunday, November 16, 2025
Venue: Pelican Golf Club (Florida)
Developments on November 14 (Friday):
Mao Saigo had a promising start, placing in a provisional T4 on Day 1, joining the leaders.
Several other Japanese players, including Miyuu Yamashita and Ayaka Furue, finished Day 1 in T18, positioning themselves well on the leaderboard.
2. [Tour Card Battle] Hinako Shibuno Misses Cut, Full Status Not Secured
The biggest news from this tournament centered on the Japanese players vying for their tour cards.
Hinako Shibuno:
She significantly dropped strokes in the second round, finishing at +6 overall. She missed the cut, consequently failing to secure full LPGA tour status for the next season (within the top 80 on the money list).
In a post-round interview, she tearfully commented that it was "the worst year I've ever had," highlighting the difficulty of the competition for next season's playing rights.
Shibuno is expected to consider playing in the Q-Series (Final Qualifying Tournament) next month.
Saki Baba and Yuna Yoshida:
They were competing for a spot in the season finale, but Baba was set back by a critical out-of-bounds shot, putting them in a difficult position to qualify for the final event.
3. [Notable] US President's Granddaughter Makes LPGA Tour Debut
Kai Trump, the granddaughter of then-US President Donald Trump, played in the tournament on a sponsor's exemption. Her pairing with Hinako Shibuno became a topic of interest.
Kai Trump missed the cut after two rounds but made her LPGA Tour debut accompanied by numerous spectators and Secret Service agents.
🇯🇵 ☆Japan Golf News☆ Friday, November 14, 2025
1. [Japan Women's Tour] Ito En Ladies Golf Tournament (Day 1)
The Japan Women's Tour, where the race for the Annual Queen title is intensifying, opened the "Ito En Ladies Golf Tournament" at Great Island Club in Chiba Prefecture.
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With the Annual Queen title contenders in the spotlight, Sora Kamiya (Points Rank 2) had a superb start.
Akari Saigo (Points Rank 1), who can secure the title with a win, had a reasonable start at T28 (-3), with hopes for a weekend comeback.
2. [Japan Men's Tour] Mitsui Sumitomo VISA Taiheiyo Masters (Day 2)
The second round of the "Mitsui Sumitomo VISA Taiheiyo Masters" on the Japan Men's Tour, held at Taiheiyo Club Gotemba Course in Shizuoka, concluded.
Solo Leader:
Kudai Kaneko (23), who is ranked 2nd in the Money List, shot a 65 today to take the solo lead at 8-under par.
Leading Contenders:
Three players, including Satoshi Kodaira, Miyumu Horikawa, and Sang-hee Lee (KOR), are tied for 2nd at 7-under par.
Cut Line:
Ryo Ishikawa, who is aiming for back-to-back victories at this tournament, dropped strokes and barely made the cut at T61 (+3).
Rintaro Nakano, in his professional debut, also made the cut at T61, advancing to the final rounds.
3. [Japan Senior Tour] ISPS Handa Senior Grand Gold (Day 1)
The final tournament of the Japan Senior Tour season, the "ISPS Handa Senior Grand Gold", began with a crowded leaderboard, topped by Takashi Iwamoto and others.
Tied for Lead: Takashi Iwamoto, Hosung Choi, and others are tied for the lead at 4-under par.
Veteran Performance: Veteran Keiichiro Fukabori advanced to the final round for the first time in two years, showcasing the strong resilience of the veteran players.
🇯🇵 ☆Japan Golf Equipment Industry News as of November 14, 2025☆
1. [Feature Product] Information Unveiled for National Brand's Latest Model
One of the biggest topics in the Japanese golf equipment industry is the release of information regarding Dunlop's latest model from its national brand.
"XXIO 14" Series:
Detailed information was reported about this new series, which enters its 14th generation, a quarter of a century after its debut in 2000.
It boasts significant evolution, such as the "first face change in 20 years," and its greatest feature is its "explosive distance."
This new series is certain to drive the market from the upcoming year-end sales season through next spring.
Related Balls: The high-initial-velocity, low-spin ball "XXIO HYPER RD," which is optimally matched to the XXIO series, was also announced, drawing attention to the synergy between the clubs and the ball.
2. [Gear] Rush of New and Limited Edition Releases
Various manufacturers are continually announcing new and limited-edition models for the autumn/winter season.
Footwear (Shoes):
FootJoy debuted the "DRYJOYS PRO" on November 14th. Its drastically changed shape reinforces the trend towards spikeless models becoming mainstream.
YONEX is set to release its new golf shoe, "POWER CUSHION SONICAGE 2," starting in late November.
Irons:
TaylorMade began its "Winning Combo Setting" service for its "P Series" irons on November 14th.
Limited Edition Models:
Callaway Golf released a limited-edition black version of the mini-driver, the "ELYTE MINI Driver NIGHT EDITION."
3. [Distribution/Retail] Outlet and New Store Openings
Activities related to retail expansion, a crucial touchpoint with consumers, are also lively.
TaylorMade Okazaki Store Opening:
"TaylorMade Okazaki" opened on November 4th within the "Mitsui Outlet Park Okazaki," Aichi Prefecture's first full-scale outlet mall. Opening stores in outlet malls is being prioritized as a strategy to reach a wider customer base.
Tsuruya Golf Fujisawa Store Opening:
Tsuruya Golf opened its Fujisawa store on November 6th and conducted commemorative sales. Their local community-focused store expansion is also progressing.
Thank you very much for reading to the end.
(This text was checked and researched using Google Gemini.)
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