⛳️ Golf Diary in Kikugawa! [November 9, 2025] ☔️ Kikugawa's Weather Today: "Rain, Sometimes Cloudy" – Time for Cold Weather Gear!
Good morning!
Kikugawa woke up to a dull, cloudy sky this morning. Just as the forecast predicted, today will be rain, sometimes cloudy, with a whopping 90% chance of rain!
The maximum temperature is a chilly 18℃, so I recommend wearing a thick knit sweater or layered clothing today. For those heading out to golf, don't forget your rain gear and remember to manage your body temperature!
📦 Delivery "Drop-offs" to Become Standard Service! A Welcome Change for Golfers?
The news I paid particular attention to yesterday, November 8, 2025, was the topic of standardizing "drop-off" (Oki-hai) delivery service for parcels.
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has reportedly decided to promote "drop-off" as a basic national rule to reduce redeliveries, aiming to address the severe driver shortage!
Until now, face-to-face receipt was the general principle, so this is set to be a major change.
🏡 The Drop-off Situation in Kikugawa
In my detached house in the suburbs of Kikugawa City, the risk of theft is virtually non-existent, so I always request a drop-off. However, until now, some delivery companies couldn't accommodate this request.
Specifically, there were situations, such as with Yu-Pack (Japan Post) in the past, where they preferred to avoid drop-offs due to laws or administrative guidance. At that time, I had to deal with the hassle of arranging pick-up at a post office or a delivery company's office after checking the status online.
Knowing that this hassle will disappear is truly a relief!
However, as you pointed out, for those living in urban areas, the issue of "where to place the package" and addressing the risk of theft will likely become future challenges. I hope this new rule benefits both us, the recipients, and the drivers!
🏌️♂️ My Daily Haul! Golf Club Reorganization Day
Well, today I am busy organizing the golf clubs that have been arriving daily!
In this blog, I introduce the "Clubs and Gear That Caught My Eye" on a rotating basis.
If there's a club you're looking for, or if you want a review of a particular model, please feel free to send me a message!
🌏 A Perfect Golf Day Somewhere in the World!
Somewhere in the world today, I am sure there are golfers enjoying the absolute best golf weather!
I hope all of you, wherever you are, also enjoy your day of golf!
This blog sources high-quality used clubs carefully selected and hand-carried from Japan to deliver them to you.
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To all golfers, I wish you a nice shot today!
🇵🇭 PS: [Important Announcement] Returning to Legazpi
On a personal note, I am planning to return to Legazpi on November 20, 2025!
I intend to hand-carry as many golf clubs as possible again this time.
If you have any requests, such as "I absolutely need this club" or "Could you look for this gear?", please send me a message as soon as possible!
🌎 Global Golf News Roundup (Nov 8, 2025)
⭐ Philippines Golf News ⭐
While no direct news regarding major domestic Philippine golf events was confirmed as of November 8, 2025, we can share related information from the Asian Tour, with which the Philippine golf scene is deeply involved.
🌏 Asian Tour Update
The Philippines is an important venue for the Asian Tour, and many Filipino professionals participate. In early November 2025, the following tournament was underway:
Saturday, November 8, was the third round (day before the final round) of the Moutai Singapore Open, a crucial day that saw position changes for Filipino players and other competitors on the Asian Tour.
🇵🇭 Upcoming Philippine Tournaments
Big events in the Philippines typically include the "Philippine Open."
International Series Philippines (Asian Tour): The 2025 dates were not confirmed, but it is often included in the official Asian Tour schedule.
Smart Infinity Philippine Open: This is also often held as an Asian Tour event and is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the country.
The local golf community is focusing on the preparations of local pros and the success of amateurs leading up to these tournaments.
[Local Information]
November usually offers a relatively favorable climate for golf in the Philippines, making it an active period for local and club tournaments.
🇺🇸 US Men's Golf (PGA Tour) Update [Nov 8, 2025]
📰 Other Key News
News broke the previous day that Tiger Woods' son, Charlie, was named to the "All-American 1st Team," drawing attention to his success in the young amateur world.
Reports also surfaced about the announcement of the schedule for the next season's (2026) US Senior Tour (PGA Tour Champions), with calls being made for Tiger Woods to participate.
🌸 US Women's Golf (LPGA) News [Nov 8, 2025]
🏆 "TOTO Japan Classic" - Round 3
Saturday, November 8, 2025, saw the third round (Moving Saturday) of the "TOTO Japan Classic," a co-sanctioned tournament by the LPGA and JLPGA (Japan Ladies Professional Golfers' Association), held at Seta Golf Course's North Course in Shiga Prefecture.
✨ Nasa Hataoka and Yuna Araki Tied for the Lead!
Nasa Hataoka maintained consistent play, keeping her lead with a total score of 15-under.
Rookie Yuna Araki fiercely chased her down with a best-of-the-day score of "65," tying for the lead at 15-under.
The tight competition saw Japan's top female golfer and a promising rookie level on the scoreboard heading into the final day.
📈 Japanese Players Dominate the Leaderboard
Miyuu Yamashita fought hard, finishing in solo 3rd place at 14-under, just one stroke behind the leaders.
Yamashita's potential win could put her at the top of the Mercedes Ranking (Player of the Year), increasing expectations for her remarkable achievement.
With Akari Sakuma in solo 4th at 12-under, Japanese players dominated the top positions, setting the stage for a highly anticipated final-round showdown.
📰 Other Topics
In a measure against slow play, some players in the tournament had their time monitored, leading to discussions about rule enforcement.
On the same day, on the JLPGA's Step-Up Tour, amateur Anna Iwanaga secured a comeback victory, becoming only the eighth amateur in the tour's history to achieve this feat.
🇯🇵 Japan Golf News [Nov 8, 2025]
1. ⛳️ Women's: LPGA Co-sanctioned "TOTO Japan Classic" Round 3
The "TOTO Japan Classic" (Total Prize Money $2.1 million), co-sanctioned by the LPGA and JLPGA, concluded its third round on Moving Saturday, leading to a crowded top of the leaderboard.
Nasa Hataoka and Rookie Yuna Araki Tied for the Lead!
Nasa Hataoka, who started in the lead, extended her score to 15-under to maintain her position.
Yuna Araki, marking a "65," joined her at the top, leaving them tied for the lead heading into the final day.
Miyuu Yamashita 3rd Place, 1 Stroke Back
Miyuu Yamashita showed resilience, finishing in solo 3rd place at 14-under, just one stroke behind the leaders.
With Japanese players dominating the top, high expectations are set for the fierce final-day battle.
2. 🏌️♂️ Men's: "ACN Championship Golf Tournament" Round 3
The third round of the domestic Men's Tour (JGTO) "ACN Championship Golf Tournament" concluded.
Yuta Sugiura Maintains Solo Lead
Yuta Sugiura posted a flawless eagle on the final 18th hole, continuing his excellent form and maintaining a solo lead at 13-under.
He holds a 3-stroke lead over the second place group, setting the stage for his first win of the season.
Ryo Ishikawa Climbs to T7
Ryo Ishikawa improved his score to 9-under, moving up to a tie for 7th place and keeping his chances for a final-day comeback alive.
Tied for second place are players including money ranking leader Ryuken Ikemori, Shugo Imahira, and Naoyuki Kataoka.
3. ⭐️ Step-Up Tour (Women's Second Tier) Final Round
The final round of the domestic women's second-tier tour saw a remarkable achievement by a young amateur.
16-Year-Old Amateur Anna Iwanaga Wins with a Comeback!
Amateur Anna Iwanaga (second-year student at Osaka Toin High School) shot a "67" in the final round, achieving an impressive comeback victory with a total score of 12-under.
This marks only the eighth time an amateur has won the Step-Up Tour.
🇯🇵 Japan Golf Gear Industry Key News [As of Nov 8, 2025]
The news in the Japanese golf gear industry as of November 8, 2025, focused primarily on the launch of a new model from a nationally popular series, setting the stage for the end-of-year market.
1. 🚀 Announcement and Pre-orders for the "XXIO 14 (Fourteen)" Series
The biggest topic in the Japanese golf gear industry was the latest model from Dunlop's (Sumitomo Rubber Industries) flagship brand, "XXIO."
World's First "VR-Titanium" Material:
The latest models, the "XXIO 14 (Fourteen)" and "XXIO 14+ (Fourteen Plus)" series, were announced.
The irons, in particular, feature a new structure incorporating the world's first "VR-Titanium" material, reported to deliver "even higher trajectory and initial ball speed."Release Date:
The full club lineup is scheduled for release starting November 22, 2025, and as of November 8, pre-orders had begun at many stores, generating significant buzz.Related Gear:
Matching caddie bags (Pro Replica, ultra-lightweight, women's models) were also announced for release on November 1 and November 15, strengthening the overall series rollout.
2. 🎯 New Peripheral Gear: Rangefinders and Apparel
News also covered the launch of high-performance gear beyond clubs:
Bushnell "PinSeeker Pro XM JOLT":
The top brand for golf laser rangefinders announced the launch of a new model on November 11, which is lightweight yet features pro-spec functionality.Adidas Golf "TOUR360 20th Anniversary":
A limited edition of Adidas Golf's flagship shoe, the "TOUR360," was reported for release to celebrate its 20th Anniversary.
3. 📉 Market Trends (Reference)
Past data suggested that the number of users at golf driving ranges, which saw a temporary boost during the COVID-19 pandemic, had not yet seen a strong rebound as of November 2025 (according to Golf Tokushin).
[Summary]
As of November 8, 2025, the entire industry was buzzing with anticipation for the launch of the "XXIO 14" series, which was the biggest topic driving the year-end golf merchandise market.
Thank you very much for reading to the end.
(This text was checked and researched using Google Gemini.)
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