⛳️ 【Golf Diary in Kikugawa】Blue Sky Start! Today's Weather and the World News That Caught Our Eye

 

Good morning, everyone! Welcome to the Golf Diary! 😊

This morning in Kikugawa (Shizuoka), the forecast predicted "cloudy," but look out the window! We have a beautiful, clear blue sky ☀️! The chance of rain is low at 20%, so there's no need to worry about an umbrella.

The high temperature is expected to be $20^{\circ}\text{C}$ (68°F). It certainly feels like it's going to be a perfect day for golf!

🏌️‍♀️ Nice Shots Happening Somewhere in the World Today!

Now, for a quick look at the news from Japan.

A piece of news from yesterday (November 12th) that was quite surprising was the report on the Chinese Consul General's SNS post regarding Prime Minister Takaichi. The Chinese Consul General in Osaka, Mr. Xue Jian, posted a strongly-worded message about the Prime Minister on social media. Did any of you hear about this?

In response, the Japanese government (Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara) called the post "extremely inappropriate," protested to China, and demanded its removal. There are also strong calls from ruling and opposition party lawmakers for a severe response, including the expulsion of the diplomat. It’s an international topic, and we're curious to see how it unfolds.

🛍️ Used Club Info: To All Our Golfers in the Philippines!

We hope you're all enjoying a great golf day, hitting wonderful shots wherever you are in the world! We wish everyone reading this blog the best golf life!

Our shop specializes in selling high-quality, carefully selected used golf clubs from Japan, which we hand-carry to the Philippines.

Filipino golfers absolutely love the quality, often saying, "Japanese used clubs are in great condition!" Be sure to check our website for the latest stock and club details! If you like what you see, please hit the "Like!" button and share! Your support fuels our next trip 🔥.

Keep up the great work, golfers!

📢 Announcement: Returning to Legazpi! [Taking Requests Now]

【P.S. On a personal note...】

I am scheduled to return to Legazpi (Philippines) on November 20, 2025!

I plan to hand-carry as many golf clubs as possible on this flight as well.

If you have any requests—like "Could you find that Japanese club?" or "I'm looking for a model from this specific manufacturer"—please send me a message! I will do my best to accommodate your needs!

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🇵🇭 ☆Philippine Golf News☆ Key Topics on November 12, 2025

• Aiming for First Win on Taiwan LPGA!
  It has been reported that a selection of 20 elite players from the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour (LPGT) have officially started their campaign on the Taiwan LPGA Tour (TLPGA), aiming for the first-ever victory by a Filipino player. They are expected to showcase their domestic momentum overseas.

• New Developments in Philippine Golf:
  BingoPlus has been reported to be supporting the growth of domestic golf by launching the "Future Ace Program," a youth development program that supports 20 amateur golfers, marking an effort to pioneer a new era for golf in the Philippines.

• Upcoming Major Tournaments:
  The Philippine Golf Tour (PGT) has several tournaments scheduled around this time.

• The ICTSI Valley Golf Challenge is scheduled for the following week, November 18th to 21st, where local stars are expected to shine.

• Also, the 2025 Southeast Asia Amateur Golf Team Championship, a major amateur event organized by the National Golf Association of the Philippines (NGAP), is either currently underway or just about to start (November 11th–14th) at Luisita Golf & Country Club.

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🇺🇸 ☆US Men's Golf (PGA Tour)◇ Key Happenings on November 12, 2025

At this time of the year, the PGA Tour's "Fall Series" is reaching its climax, with players battling to secure their cards for the following season.

• PGA Tour Fall Series:
  Results from tournaments like the Butterfield Bermuda Championship and other Fall Series events, which concluded around the weekend of the second week of November (approx. Nov 8th–10th), are being reported.

• Japanese players, including Ryo Hisatsune, Takumi Kanaya, and Rikuya Hoshino, continue to compete in crucial events for securing their cards or advancing to the season finale. Ryo Hisatsune, in particular, showed great effort, improving his score on the final day of the tournament around Nov 10th.

• Young Talent in Action:
  There is positive news regarding the future of the PGA Tour, including the selection of Tiger Woods' son, Charlie Woods, to the "All-American 1st Team."

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🇺🇸 ☆US Women's Golf (LPGA Tour)◇ Key Happenings on November 12, 2025

The LPGA Tour is in the final stages of its season, and the movements of Japanese players are attracting significant attention.

• Season Finale and Card Battle Reaches Climax:
  Pre-tournament information for the "ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican" (Florida), which starts on Thursday, November 13th, has been widely reported.

• With only this event and the following week's final tournament, the "CME Group Tour Championship," remaining, this is a critical time for Japanese players fighting for a spot in the CME season finale (top 60 in the rankings) and securing their tour card for next season.

• The race for the tour cards involving Saki Baba, Yuna Yoshida, Hinako Shibuno, and Yuna Nishimura is drawing major interest.

• Announcement of Featured Groupings:
  The pairings for the opening rounds have been announced, creating buzz around Japanese players' groupings.

• Miyu Yamashita will be grouped with the defending champion, Nelly Korda.

• Hinako Shibuno has been paired with the granddaughter of a former US President, which is a notable topic of conversation.

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🇯🇵 ⛳️ Japan Men's Tour (JGTO)

• Ryo Ishikawa Chasing 5th Win and Consecutive Titles!
  It has been widely reported that Ryo Ishikawa, who serves as the tournament ambassador for this week's event, is aiming for his fifth victory at the tournament and to become only the seventh player in history to achieve consecutive wins. Reports on his Pro-Am round have also been shared.

• Veteran Players in the Spotlight:
  It was announced that host pro Keiichiro Fukabori (57) would be grouped with strong players like Miyamoto and Kondo, with Fukabori commenting that he hopes fans will "enjoy the different flavors." The veteran players' performances are also drawing attention.

• College Player Turns Pro!
  Rintaro Nakano, the captain of the Waseda University Golf Team, declared he was turning pro on his birthday, November 11th. Expectations are high for the success of this major rookie, who has previously won the All-Japan Amateur Championship.

🇯🇵 🏌️‍♀️ Japan Women's Tour (JLPGA)

• Veteran Players Shine!
  In the Grand Senior category of the Senior Tour "Bond Cup," veterans like Kyoko Suganuma and Gekkin Hwang were reported to have gotten off to a good start.

• Key Groupings Decided!
  The groupings for the opening rounds of this week's "Ito-En Ladies" have been announced, with Erika Hara, playing in her second domestic tournament this season, being paired with Akari Sakuma and Yui Kawamoto in a featured group.

📰 Other Movements in the Golf World

• "Late Bloomers" of the Golden Generation Turn Pro
  The voices of players who passed the Women's Pro Test were reported, with "late bloomers" of the "Golden Generation," such as Airi Narukawa, and new members, including an Australian player, creating buzz as they aim for success on next season's tour.

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🔨 ☆Japan Golf Equipment Industry News as of November 12, 2025

1. ⛳️ Brand Collaboration and Premium Model Launches

• First Collaboration: HONMA × Malbon Golf:

• Japan's established brand, Honma Golf (HONMA), and the LA-based golf lifestyle brand, Malbon Golf, announced their first collaboration.

• Notably, the "Premium Collection," which includes a full set of clubs, is priced at 3.3 million yen (approx. $22,000), suggesting a growing demand for high-end lines targeting affluent customers and collectors.

2. 🔬 Enhancement of Fitting Services

• Cobra-Puma Golf Opens First Fitting Studio:

• Cobra-Puma Golf announced the opening of its first-ever fitting studio on November 15th.

• By offering "tour-level club adjustments" with the constant presence of a craftsman who accompanies tour players, the company aims to attract customers with more specialized services.

3. 📈 Used Market and New Product Trends

• Active Used Club Market:

• Popularity rankings for used drivers are being reported, with models previously used by active pros (such as Sakuma, Shibuno, and Kanaya) ranking high, confirming that "Pro player usage" drives popularity in the used market.

• New Product Pre-orders and Announcements:

• Information on the launch of high-profile flagship models is frequent, including pre-orders beginning for Dunlop's "XXIO 14 (Fourteen) Driver," set for release on November 22nd, and PRGR's "04 Iron Limited Black Edition" (scheduled for release on November 14th).

• Majesty Unveils Flagship Model:

• Majesty Golf announced its flagship model, "MAJESTY PRESTIGIO 14," under the concept "Beyond the Limit" (scheduled for release on January 16, 2026).

Thank you very much for reading to the end.

(This text was checked and researched using Google Gemini.)

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