A Japan-First! BAY-SHOT in Yokohama Launches "Brain Golf Method," a Functional Neurology-Based Golf Swing Improvement Program for Intermediate and Advanced Players, on Wednesday, April 1st

We support "April Dream," an initiative that aims to make April 1st a day for sharing dreams. This press release is the dream of "BAY-SHOT." "BAY-SHOT," an indoor golf bar and lesson studio in Bashamichi, Yokohama (operated by BAY-SHOT Co., Ltd.; Representative: Kiyoaki Tsuzuki), will launch Japan's first golf swing improvement program based on functional neurology, the "Brain Golf Method," starting Wednesday, April 1st, in collaboration with Yasuhiro Takeuchi, who applies functional neurology to many athletes. ■ Background and Challenges With the domestic golf population estimated at approximately 5.8 million (according to the Leisure White Paper), many golfers struggle with issues such as "not seeing score improvements despite practice," "falling apart once on the course," and "being unable to increase driving distance." Conventional golf schools and lessons have primarily focused on correcting "form." However, from the perspective of functional neurology, the root cause of a collapsing swing is not the muscles or the form itself, but rather "discrepancies in neural transmission from the brain (information processing errors)." The "Brain Golf Method" focuses on this root cause, aiming to improve the swing at an unconscious level by tuning the brain's neural circuits. ■ What is Functional Neurology? Functional neurology is an approach that stimulates the brain through body movement to enhance sensory and motor capabilities. Originally developed for the treatment of patients with neurological disorders, its application is now rapidly expanding into the field of sports performance enhancement. The unique "Brain Golf Method" program offered by BAY-SHOT is an approach that sets itself apart from conventional golf lessons by being based on the insights of functional neurology. Instead of correcting form (output) as has been done in the past, it focuses on "input"—such as vision and vestibular sensation—and brain processing to prepare the body to move correctly. Unlike a flat practice range, golf is a sport where "standing correctly" is difficult due to slopes and hole locations. If one's sense of balance and spatial awareness are not functioning properly, unconscious discrepancies occur, leading to missed shots. The Brain Golf Method resets these "sensory discrepancies" before a round, leading the player to a state where they can perform stable movements in any situation. Do not change the swing; create a state where the swing comes out correctly. That is the new approach that leads directly to score improvement. The theory underlying this program is being proven effective through the practice of professional golfer Akari Sakuma (Daito Kentaku), who showed overwhelming strength on the 2025 JLPGA Tour. 2025 JLPGA Prize Money Queen (Prize money earned: 227.28 million yen, 4 wins per year) Achieved the JLPGA Award 2025 Triple Crown (Player of the Year, 1st in Prize Money Ranking, 1st in Average Strokes) After introducing functional neurology training (from 2024 onwards), achieved significant improvements in multiple stats, including putting. Source: The training content was featured in the February 24, 2026 issue of Weekly Golf Digest (right figure). ■ Brain/Nerve Trainer: Mr. Yasuhiro Takeuchi This program is supervised and instructed by brain and nerve trainer Mr. Yasuhiro Takeuchi. He encountered cutting-edge training theories through his experience as a manager at a German soccer club, where he analyzed and reconstructed their structures. After returning to Japan, he provided instruction at professional clubs such as Urawa Reds. Subsequently, he integrated functional neurology application methods and elevated them into his own unique methodology. With over 17 years of coaching experience in Japan and Germany and a track record of coaching over 1,000 people, he focused on the golf swing—which changes from static to dynamic—and has now developed a unique method that fuses functional neurology with the latest motor learning theories through a collaborative program with BAY-SHOT. ■ Brain Golf Method Program Content [STEP 0] Trial Session: Approx. 45 minutes (¥11,000 including tax / Full money-back guarantee if no effect is felt) This is a special session to experience that "if the brain changes, the swing changes." - Brain Golf Swing Check Assessment (Current status analysis) - Simple Functional Neurology Assessment (Identification of brain habits and error points) - Trial Neuro Dynamics Method Training (Immediate-effect neural training) - Brain Golf Swing Check Re-assessment (Confirmation of changes) *You will feel clear, measurable effects on the same day. Handled by both Takeuchi and Tsuzuki. [Brain Golf Main Program Content] 1. Swing Diagnosis: Detailed measurement and check of current golf swing data. 2. Functional Neurology Evaluation: Detailed analysis of visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive senses. 3. Motor Learning Theory Training: Brain optimization through differential learning. 4. Re-assessment: Evaluation of physical changes. 5. Swing Re-diagnosis: Measurement of changes in brain function and swing after training. 6. Brain Golf Score Improvement: Finishing touches to link directly to score-making in actual play. ■ Brain Golf Main Program Monthly Schedule [Month 1] Foundation Building Brain Golf Swing Check Assessment / Functional Neurology Assessment / Neuro Dynamics Method Training / Brain Golf Swing Check Re-assessment / Video, program plan, and creation of Brain Golf personal medical record. [Month 2] Consolidation and Strengthening Intermediate Brain Golf Swing Check (Drill confirmation) / Record update / Establishment of autonomous learning cycle. [Month 3] Integration and Results 3-month Before-After feedback / Functional Neurology Assessment (Re-evaluation) / Provision of update tasks / Decision on continuation. About BAY-SHOT Located a 3-minute walk from Bashamichi Station in Yokohama, "BAY-SHOT" is a secret practice range & indoor golf bar in Yokohama. - First in the Yokohama area to introduce the latest simulator "Full Swing SPORT SERIES" supervised by PGA pro Tiger Woods. High-precision trajectory and swing measurement possible via FORESiGHT GC3. - Available 24/7 (entry/exit via security key during unstaffed hours). Bar service available during staffed hours from 18:00 to 25:00, allowing visitor use. - Fully private luxury rooms available. [Company Overview] Company Name: BAY-SHOT Co., Ltd. Facility Name: Golf & Dining bar BAY-SHOT Location: Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture (3-minute walk from Bashamichi Station, 7-minute walk from Sakuragicho Station) Phone: 045-900-4518 URL: https://bay-shot.com/ Business Hours: 24 hours (Bar service 18:00 - 24:00) [Inquiries regarding this matter] BAY-SHOT Co., Ltd. Public Relations: Tsuzuki TEL: 045-900-4518 Email: info@bay-shot.com URL: https://bay-shot.com