[Footgolf] Ahead of the World Championship 2026 Acapulco: 8th Leg of Japan Tour Held
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- [Footgolf] Ahead of the World Championship 2026 Acapulco: 8th Leg of Japan Tour Held
- The 'Aichi Open 2026' was held on May 16-17 at Pine Flat Golf Club in Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture. As the final domestic competition before the World Championship 2026 Acapulco, winners were crowned across multiple categories.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 23, 2026
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The 'Aichi Open 2026' was held on May 16-17 at Pine Flat Golf Club in Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture. As the final domestic competition before the World Championship 2026 Acapulco, winners were crowned across multiple categories.
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- [Footgolf] Ahead of the World Championship 2026 Acapulco: 8th Leg of Japan Tour Held (May 23, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- May 23, 2026
The 'Aichi Open 2026' was held on May 16-17 at Pine Flat Golf Club in Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture. As the final domestic competition before the World Championship 2026 Acapulco, winners were crowned across multiple categories.
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The 8th leg of the Footgolf Japan Tour 2026, 'Aichi Open 2026,' was held over two days on May 16 and 17 at Pine Flat Golf Club in Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture.
This tournament attracted significant attention as the final domestic event before the sport's biggest highlight, the 'World Championship 2026 Acapulco.'
Following the previous Chubu Open, this tournament was also conducted as a 36-hole, two-day competition. Unlike single-day events, this format required consistent play and high concentration over two days, leading players to engage in serious competition with their sights set on the world stage.
Footgolf Japan Tour 2026 'Aichi Open 2026'
Dates: May 16 (Sat) - May 17 (Sun), 2026 (Two-day competition)
Venue: Pine Flat Golf Club (Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture)
Organizer/Management: Japan Footgolf Association
Sponsors: Sapporo Breweries Ltd., Seals Japan Limited
Categories: Men / Senior (Men 46+) / Senior+ (Men 56+) / Women
Winners:
Men: Hiroyuki Kuwata
Senior: Takamasa Otsuka
Senior+: Osamu Maeda
Rina Akutsu
Next, the stage shifts to the 'Footgolf World Championship 2026 Acapulco.' Carrying the experience and momentum gained from the domestic tour, the Japanese national team players will challenge the global stage. We appreciate your continued support.
This tournament attracted significant attention as the final domestic event before the sport's biggest highlight, the 'World Championship 2026 Acapulco.'
Following the previous Chubu Open, this tournament was also conducted as a 36-hole, two-day competition. Unlike single-day events, this format required consistent play and high concentration over two days, leading players to engage in serious competition with their sights set on the world stage.
Footgolf Japan Tour 2026 'Aichi Open 2026'
Dates: May 16 (Sat) - May 17 (Sun), 2026 (Two-day competition)
Venue: Pine Flat Golf Club (Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture)
Organizer/Management: Japan Footgolf Association
Sponsors: Sapporo Breweries Ltd., Seals Japan Limited
Categories: Men / Senior (Men 46+) / Senior+ (Men 56+) / Women
Winners:
Men: Hiroyuki Kuwata
Senior: Takamasa Otsuka
Senior+: Osamu Maeda
Rina Akutsu
Next, the stage shifts to the 'Footgolf World Championship 2026 Acapulco.' Carrying the experience and momentum gained from the domestic tour, the Japanese national team players will challenge the global stage. We appreciate your continued support.
FAQ
When was the 2026 FootGolf Japan Tour 8th event, 'Aichi Open 2026', held?
It was held on May 16 (Saturday) and 17 (Sunday), 2026.
Where was the Aichi Open 2026 held?
It was held at Pine Flat Golf Club in Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture.
Where will the 2026 World Championship be held?
It will be held in Acapulco, Mexico.
What is FootGolf?
FootGolf is a new sport that combines soccer and golf, using a size 5 soccer ball to play 9 or 18 holes on a golf course.
Is the Japan FootGolf Association aiming for Olympic recognition?
Yes, it is aiming for Olympic recognition as an observer member of the Global Association of International Sports Federations (GAISF).