Titleist Japan Vokey Forged Wedge
Reseller Info        Advertise        About Us
      
  • GTI Home
  • Online Store
  • Community Forum
  • Gallery
  • Contests
  • Contact Us
  • Product Reviews
  • Golf Club Rankings
  • Gear Sneak Peaks
  • Industry Insider
  • Japanese Golf
  • Getting Fit / Recommendations
gocchin
Tario (aka gocchin) joined Tourspecgolf back in 2008 after spending over a decade in technology and business operation roles at a major Canadian financial institution. Before joining TSG and following his dream of moving to Japan, Tario and Chris (aka Tourspecgolfer) hit it off though their similar passions for Japanese culture. Chris hired Tario to manage TSG online operations, sales and marketing. While those are Tario's primary responsibilities, he has also taken up the role of blogger and custom club tester and fitter along the way. Tario's hobbies include golf (of course), gadgets and technology, cars, Japanese pop culture and idols, photography, sweets and walking the dog.

DSC_8869
Introducing the new Miura Giken WMF-06 Forged Wedge!
  • Tags: Miura Giken Japan, tour forged wedge, wmf-06
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Miura Giken Japan has introduced their all new WMF-06 Forged wedge for the 2012 season (introduced late 2011). The WMF-06 is aimed at the better player wanting top notch spin …


No Comments | Read more
DSC_8984
Introducing Kamui Works’ new KamuiPro driver!
  • Tags: distance, forged, japan driver, kamui works, kamuipro
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Kamui Works sent me two of their new KamuiPro drivers to check out.  The new KamuiPro heads are available only in conforming versions with a specially designed 4 piece structure.  …


6 Comments | Read more
kamui-pro-feature
Teaser: New Kamui Works Forged Ti Driver
  • Tags: driver, forged, Japan, kamui works
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Just got this driver head in and its dark outside so I can’t take pretty pictures. Here is a little teaser until tomorrow. It’s a 4 piece head, white crown …


1 Comment | Read more
mhfeatured
Yururi Iron In the Making MH-1112
  • Tags: 20112 MH-1112, forged cavity, Japan, Yururi
  • EMAIL EMAIL

I was in Akasaka yesterday attending the Pro Support meeting for the LPGA. I met up with Miysohi-san from Yururi and we headed out after the meeting for lunch and …


2 Comments | Read more
featuredsnow
Snow: A rare site in Kiminomori
  • Tags: Japan, kiminomori, snow
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Coming from Canada, snow is nothing new for us. As a matter of a fact we got so tired of shoveling snow we moved to Japan. (^_^) Here in central …


No Comments | Read more
social
New Social Networking Pages for Tourspecgolf.com!
  • Tags: Facebook, japanese golf club, Luxury Goods, social networking
  • EMAIL EMAIL

In case you haven’t noticed, we’ve relaunched our blog, pro shop and forum with an all new look and color scheme.  Along with the new look, we’ve also got two …


No Comments | Read more
seida-feature
New Yururi Seida KM-0312 Forged Iron Preview!
  • Tags: 2012, forged, Japan, kyoei, seida iron, Yururi
  • EMAIL EMAIL

We received samples of the new Yururi Seida KM-0312 Forged iron today. They look simply fantastic. Before shafting them up for some testing I thought I would post a little …


1 Comment | Read more
DSC_8351
The Dangers of a Drift Event – Tokyo Auto Salon 2012
  • Tags: 2012 tokyo auto salon, d-1 drift, Video, Videos
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Having a press pass at the 2012 Auto Salon also meant covering the Option D-1 Drift event out on the track next to Makuhari Messe. When I got to the …


5 Comments | Read more
featuredtm
Taylormade 2012 Japan Market Clubs Update!
  • Tags: 2012, atv wedge, deep milling, forged, gloire, Japan, r11-J, taylormade, titanium, tour preferred ghost
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Taylormade added all their new 2012 Japan market offerings to their site today so I will briefly go over some of the products and you can see what the lineups …


5 Comments | Read more
wis87m8k
Ryoma Fairway Wood Sound at Impact and Impressions
  • Tags: distance, fairway wood, forgiveness, Japan, ryoma, titanium
  • EMAIL EMAIL

There has been a lot of hype for the new Ryoma F fairway woods. It has the reputation of its driver counterpart the Ryoma D-1 to live up  to. The …


3 Comments | Read more
qsw7l8b3
Taylormade Japan Gloire Lineup – One more day…
  • Tags: 2012, gloire, premium performance, Taylormade Japan
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Taylormade Japan has been teasing with a special site they created called GLOIRE, named after their new Japan Market lineup that will be announced tomorrow.  GLOIRE pronounced GU-RO-RE, sounds like …


4 Comments | Read more
gdckh0ch
Tokyo Auto Salon Girls 2012
  • Tags: 2012, photos, pictures, TAS 2012, tokyo auto salon girls
  • EMAIL EMAIL

I received a press pass to cover the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon here in Chiba.  I went yesterday as the first day on Friday is always the least busy and …


3 Comments | Read more
azmgvh8k
Tourspecgolf 2011 Best Clubs Part 2
  • Tags: 2011, best golf clubs, Forged Irons, Japan, TourSpecGolf, vg3, yamaha
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Today in part 2 of Tourspecgolf’s best clubs of 2011 I’ll quickly take a look at what was hot when it comes to irons.  As I had mentioned in part …


7 Comments | Read more
a2an29m0
January Grand Sumo Tournament
  • Tags: Japan, Ryogoku Kokugikan, sumo, wrestling
  • EMAIL EMAIL

I have a been a big fan of Sumo since my father in law first took me back in 1999. Its a big part of Japanese culture and is always …


No Comments | Read more
adyv981g
New Mizuno JPX AD and Fourteen TC-930 Forged Irons
  • Tags: 800 ad, fourteen tc-930, Japan, mizuno jpx forged
  • EMAIL EMAIL

As we lead up to the Japan Golf Fair at the end of February we will begin to see many new product announcements come rolling in. Taylormade Japan and Titleist …


3 Comments | Read more
hdvoa6ch
Preparing for a new season – training and health
  • Tags: off season training, Supplements
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Winter is officially upon us and the courses are browning nicely. What that means is colder weather and unfortunately less golf for me even though golf is year round here …


6 Comments | Read more
rlmt1s27
Tourspecgolf 2011 Best Clubs Part 1
  • Tags: best driver, best fairway wood, best selling clubs, best utility, Crazy, PRGR, ryoma
  • EMAIL EMAIL

With the holidays winding down in Japan its time to get back to more regular posting on the blog. We hope everyone is energized and recharged for the new golf …


2 Comments | Read more
eutzehux
Happy New Year and whats to come in January!
  • Tags: dinner, japan new years, tokyo auto salon 2012
  • EMAIL EMAIL

I posted a Happy Holidays and New Year message last week but since New Year is actually here now I thought I’d make another since most people are now off …


1 Comment | Read more
bdhy2eso
Tourspecgolf Boxing Week Bonanza!
  • Tags: coupons, discounts, sales, TSG Boxing Day
  • EMAIL EMAIL

A lot of people took advantage of our recent Cyber Monday sales so due to popular demand we are releasing coupons again for our Boxing Week Sale! These coupons are …


1 Comment | Read more
lxe0mej6
Christmas Dinner Japanese Style
  • Tags: panasonic GF1, tsg christmas dinner
  • EMAIL EMAIL

My wife took her parents out for a Christmas dinner today and we let her dad choose what we would have. Of course he chose sushi so we were off …


1 Comment | Read more
f4us0919
Happy Holidays From Golftoimpress – Tourspecgolf!
  • Tags: Christmas, holidays, new year, seasons greetings, TSG, year of the dragon
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Well it’s 9:40pm on Christmas Eve here in Japan. While Christmas is not a widely celebrated holiday in Japan, nor does everyone celebrate Christmas, I thought I would take the …


1 Comment | Read more
2d1ydytq
Royal Collection 2012 BBD 305V Fairway Wood Review!
  • Tags: bbd 305v, fairway wood, Japan, Royal Collection
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Royal Collection has released their all new Next Generation BBD 305V fairway wood. Today I received 4 demo clubs and headed out right away to test them as they simply …


No Comments | Read more
m29w7kxq
Uogashi Standing Sushi Bar – Tokyo Station
  • Tags: Japan, Tokyo Station, Uogashi Standing Sushi
  • EMAIL EMAIL

I had forgotten to post this up when I got back from Yokohama. We’ve talked about this place before as its a favorite of TSG Staffers – Uogashi Standing Sushi …


5 Comments | Read more
278grcs2
Taylormade Japan Limited Itsy Bitsy Spider Ghost Putter
  • Tags: ghost, itsy bitsy spider, Japan, limited, putter, taylormade
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Today I received the brand new Taylormade Japan Limited Edition Itsy Bitsy Spider Ghost Putter. While the Itsy Bitsy Ghost was previously seen only on Tour in the bags of …


2 Comments | Read more
p8nl41cj
Project JDM STi – Part 5
  • Tags: Advance BF Control Unit, Defi Boost Gauge, Japan, subaru, WRX Sti
  • EMAIL EMAIL

It’s the weekend and the weather has been nice so I thought I would take a break from golf though I do need to post up my Itsy Bitsy Ghost …


1 Comment | Read more
pjctctqz
ONOFF 2012 Fairway Wings Utility Review
  • Tags: fariway wings, Japan, labospec, onoff, prospec, rescue, utility
  • EMAIL EMAIL

ONOFF has always prided itself in creating well designed golf clubs that not only look good but make golf easier and more fun. The Fairway Wings has been their utility …


No Comments | Read more
qms8jtcf
Project JDM STi – Part 4
  • Tags: J101SFG000I4, plasma blue, side body mouldings, subaru, WRX Sti
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Roads and especially parking spots in Japan are very narrow. Consider that half the cars are Kei class, Japan’s sub compact sized car which is barely wider than a smart …


7 Comments | Read more
auihtt14
Geotech Adds Conforming Prototype RF700 driver
  • Tags: conforming, driver, geotech, head only, rf700
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Thanks to the popularity and success of the Prototype RF700 Hi Cor Alpha Spec driver, Geotech has released a conforming model due to demand from those better players who play …


1 Comment | Read more
30x17nr6
Hitachi 3tours Championship 2011 for Charity
  • Tags: Japan, jgto, jlpga, jpga, PGA, tour
  • EMAIL EMAIL

I was invited to the season ending Tour event at beautiful King’s Fields Golf Club here in Chiba. The Hitachi 3tours Championship is held at the end of every season …


1 Comment | Read more
kgt0q7sq
Project JDM STi – Part 3
  • Tags: Japan, JDM, led, modify, subaru, WRX Sti
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Today was a nice day so I headed over to the range to test the ONOFF Iron and when I got home I thought I’d play with the car. Both …


1 Comment | Read more
0ksraqn2
ONOFF 2012 Iron Review
  • Tags: average golfer, iron, Japan, onoff red, performance
  • EMAIL EMAIL

ONOFF is about to release their all new 2012 lineup and the first club I’ll look at today is the new ONOFF Iron or as some call it the RED …


1 Comment | Read more
ruu7d4vo
Project JDM STi – Part 2
  • Tags: 2011, carbon fiber center panel, forester tS, grb, grf, Japan, JDM, subaru, WRX Sti
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Another cold and wet day outside here in Japan which makes it hard to test golf clubs and modify the car. I was able to get out earlier before the …


2 Comments | Read more
uxkx3dx0
ONOFF 2012 Demos in the house!
  • Tags: 2012, forged, Japan, onoff, plus, red, type s
  • EMAIL EMAIL

A box of 2012 ONOFF demos arrived yesterday and as I noted when I first saw them at the ONOFF Product Launch in Tokyo in October, they look amazing. Top …


1 Comment | Read more
ybrn0tct
Project JDM STi – Part 1
  • Tags: 2011, grb, grf, Japan, JDM, subaru, WRX Sti
  • EMAIL EMAIL

It’s been so busy lately with work and my brother’s visit, that I haven’t had the chance to get going on my new project which is Project JDM STi.  Project …


5 Comments | Read more
f3shjzf5
Ryoma F and PRGR egg Spoon Comparison Part 1
  • Tags: distance, Japan, prgr egg spoon, ryoma fairway wood
  • EMAIL EMAIL

The weather sucks, its cold and raining. I can’t really get out and test these two wonderful fairway woods but I had a break in the rain today so snapped …


2 Comments | Read more
pqdpazkb
Yokohama – Hot Rod Custom Show 2011 – Mooneyes
  • Tags: hot rod custom show, nikon d5100, yokohama mooneyes
  • EMAIL EMAIL

My brother flew in on Friday and we headed to Yokohama for a few days where the 20th Annual Hot Rod and Custom show was being run by Mooneyes. I …


1 Comment | Read more
mxot6apb
New Ryoma F Fairway Woods at TSG For Testing!
  • Tags: distance, egg spoon, golf, Japan, Ryoma fairway woods
  • EMAIL EMAIL

The new Ryoma F Fairway woods arrived this week for testing. We received a 15* F3 and and a 18* F5, both with stock shafts. Initial visual impressions are that …


No Comments | Read more
zsbcfri6
One Piece Bridgestone Newing Ball!
  • Tags: Bridgestone, golf ball, newing, one piece anime
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Bridgestone always comes out with cool anime related limited golf products like Doraemon and Lupin III. Now they’ve released the Newing 2 piece distance ball featuring the super popular Japanese …


No Comments | Read more
rc-feature
Royal Collection SFD Black Utility Review!
  • Tags: Japan, Royal Collection, sfd black
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Royal Collection introduced a new SFD Black line which focuses on distance and stability. The clubs are all marked with the words “Super Fairway Drive” which stands for the objective …


Comments Off | Read more
putter987963
Taylormade Japan Limited Edition Spider Itsy Bitsy Ghost Pure Roll Putters
  • Tags: itsy bitsy spider ghost, putter, Taylormade Japan
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Taylormade Japan has decided to release a limited edition Spider Itsy Bitsy Ghost Pure Roll Putter for the Japanese market. The Ghost will be available in 33 34 and 35″ …


No Comments | Read more
onoff3775373
New 2012 ONOFF! Crazy Lefty 435! Epon Accessories!
  • Tags: crazy lefty driver, Epon Golf, onoff 2012
  • EMAIL EMAIL

We’ve got a few product announcements for today. ONOFF has officially announced their new 2012 line to the general public now and as I mentioned back in October the clubs …


8 Comments | Read more
kasamori27852
Kasamori Kannon and Kujukuri Beachside
  • Tags: chonan, Japan, kasamori temple, kujukuri
  • EMAIL EMAIL

It was a beautiful day in Japan today so my wife and I decided to drive about 30 minutes south to the Kasamori Kannon in Chonan for some hiking and …


1 Comment | Read more
vokey-f
November Tidbits: Vokey Forged and V Forged Tour Model Updates, Getting ready for the winter and Japan Golf Fair!
  • Tags: endo, Japan, vokey forged, Yamaha Tour Model
  • EMAIL EMAIL

The winter releases have only just kicked off recently with the arrival of the first batch of new 2012 models. It’s time for a little update on what’s hot in …


3 Comments | Read more
abiding-golf
Course Review: Abiding Golf Society in Chonan
  • Tags: abiding club golf society, desmond muirhead, Japan
  • EMAIL EMAIL

A neighbor asked me if I wanted to go down to Chonan and play the Abiding Club Golf Society today. I checked the course online and it turned out to …


6 Comments | Read more
impres-x
Yamaha Inpres X 2012 Irons Review
  • Tags: irons, Japan, tour model, v forged, yamaha inpres x
  • EMAIL EMAIL

It was a fun but busy few days testing out all the demos from Yamaha. They ended up sending a total of 31 different clubs when in fact there were …


20 Comments | Read more
pirates
One Piece Head Covers – Introducing the Straw Hat Pirates
  • Tags: anime headcovers, Japan, luffy, one piece
  • EMAIL EMAIL

I’m in the midst of preparing a big Yamaha Irons review for tomorrow’s blog post. In the mean time I thought I would post up the new additions to my …


5 Comments | Read more
vokey-tit
Titleist Japan Vokey Forged Wedge Review!
  • Tags: Titleist Japan, vokey forged wedge
  • EMAIL EMAIL

Before I undertake the huge task of snapping photos and doing writeups on Yamaha’s new Inpres X line for 2012, I thought I’d tackle something easier but equally as hot, …


5 Comments | Read more
demos-in-house
Yamaha 2012 Demos in the House!
  • Tags: inpres x preview, Japan, tour model, v forged, yamaha
  • EMAIL EMAIL

A huge, and I mean HUGE box filled with Yamaha demos arrived today. When the courier pulled up and brought out the box I thought he was delivering furniture as …


No Comments | Read more
iomic-black
Tidbits, Iomic Black Armor, Yamaha Inpres Z Series, Vokey Forged Update
  • Tags: inpres x, iomic black armor, Japan, vokey forged, yamaha z cavity
  • EMAIL EMAIL

It’s hard to believe we’re already into the first week of November. Some of our friends in the West have already seen their golfing seasons for this year come to …


2 Comments | Read more
golds-factory
Recent Gold’s Factory Eye Candy
  • Tags: custom grind, Golds Factory, Japan, master, putters, Wedges
  • EMAIL EMAIL

It’s been a while since we posted up some Gold’s Factory eye candy. Gold’s is busier than ever with many many modifications, refinishes and custom created putters as well as …


6 Comments | Read more
  • Previous posts
  • Subscribe to GTI RSS FEEDS!

    • Subscribe to Posts
    • Subscribe to Comments
    Subscribe Form
    RSS
  • TSG Newsletters

  • Become a Reseller!

  • Get Social with TSG!


  • TSG Golf Community Forum

  • Best Japanese Golf Clubs




  • Featured Japanese Golf Brands


  • Hot Japanese Golf Gear!






    Taylormade Japan
    Crazy Royal Decoration
  • RECENT POSTS


    DSC_8869 Introducing the new Miura Giken WMF-06 Forged Wedge!

    DSC_8984 Introducing Kamui Works’ new KamuiPro driver!

    kamui-pro-feature Teaser: New Kamui Works Forged Ti Driver

    mhfeatured Yururi Iron In the Making MH-1112

    featuredsnow Snow: A rare site in Kiminomori

    social New Social Networking Pages for Tourspecgolf.com!

    seida-feature New Yururi Seida KM-0312 Forged Iron Preview!

    DSC_8351 The Dangers of a Drift Event – Tokyo Auto Salon 2012

    featuredtm Taylormade 2012 Japan Market Clubs Update!

    wis87m8k Ryoma Fairway Wood Sound at Impact and Impressions

  • RECENT COMMENTS

    Val, Pretty much identical sole and face size when you look at them visually...
    gocchin | February 4, 2012

    Gocchin, I meant the AP2s not the AP1s. Please compare the size (sole width and...
    Val | February 4, 2012

    Which iron is bulkier, the VG3 or the AP1? I have an opportunity to buy a set of...
    Val | February 4, 2012

    That’s a good looking driver. Please do some testing. Possibly video...
    shacco | February 1, 2012

    Thanks Tario this is a good looking head.
    zvi joseph | January 31, 2012

    Why no player’s lofts? I wish they would make one at 8 degrees. That...
    Gman | January 31, 2012

    Sorry I shouldn’t have missed a detail like that. It’s 460cc.
    gocchin | January 31, 2012

    What is the head size?
    zvi joseph | January 31, 2012

    What leveling kit did you use? The truck looks amazing!
    John | January 30, 2012

    Noooooooooooooo! Not another white one!!!!!! :-(
    Gman | January 29, 2012

  • CATEGORIES


    • Cameras
    • Cars
    • Club Making
    • Contests
    • Course Reports
    • Featured
    • Gear Sneak Peaks
    • Golf News
    • Golf Opinion
    • Golf Tech Talk
    • Golf Videos
    • GTI Exclusive
    • Health and Conditioning
    • Image of the Day
    • Industry Insider
    • Japan
    • Japan Golf Fair 2011
    • Japanese Golf
    • Luxury Goods
    • Manufacturer Focus
    • New Equipment
    • Out of Bounds
    • PGA and Professional Tours
    • Polls
    • Product Previews
    • Product Reviews
    • Recommended
    • Rumors
    • Special Promotions
    • Spy Pic's
    • STi
    • Uncategorized
    • What's in the bag?
  • BE MY FRIEND?


  • Online Store
  • Community Forum
  • Auctions
  • Contests
  • Gallery
  • Reseller Info
  • Product Reviews

    • Ryoma Fairway Wood Sound at Impact and Impressions
    • Royal Collection 2012 BBD 305V Fairway Wood Review!
    • Taylormade Japan Limited Itsy Bitsy Spider Ghost Putter
    • ONOFF 2012 Fairway Wings Utility Review
    • ONOFF 2012 Iron Review
    • Ryoma F and PRGR egg Spoon Comparison Part 1
    • Royal Collection SFD Black Utility Review!
    • Yamaha Inpres X 2012 Irons Review
  • Recent Golf Rumors

    • Taylormade R11 Driver!
    • Taylormade R9 Supertri Titanium Fairway
    • UST Mamiya ATTAS T2 Shaft!
    • Scratch Golf 1018 Controversy Test Resul
    • PGA Tour Equipment Update from the Sony
    • Taylormade R9 Super Deep “DF”
    • Gold’s Factory Prototype: Image of
    • Gold’s Factory Unreleased Prototyp
  • Golf To Impress Site Map

      Golf To Impress Blog | Online Store | Forums and Discussions | Golf Club Gallery | Drivers | Fairway Woods and Utilities | Iron Sets | Wedges | Putters | Tour and Limited Gear | Components | Left Handed Clubs | Shafts | Golf Grips | Apparel | Accessories and Headcovers | Golf Balls | Caddie Bags | Shoes | Custom Club Fitting | Contact Us | Sign Up for a Store Account


  • Copyright 2009 Golf to Impress, Inc. - All Rights Reserved - Terms of Use. Blog Disclaimer.
    All website designs, text, graphics, art work, photographs, and selection and arrangement there of are the copywritten works of Golf to Impress, Inc.