2nd GOLVI PRINCESS CUP Concludes: Saori Iijima Wins Playoff to Become 2nd Champion
Beyond Properties Inc., with the support of Okishima Construction Co., Ltd., hosted the 2nd GOLVI PRINCESS CUP at Mana Country Club (Chiba Prefecture) on April 3rd and 4th, 2026. Saori Iijima won the tournament after a fierce playoff. The event aims to provide practical experience and serve as a gateway for young female professional golfers.
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Beyond Properties Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo) hosted the '2nd GOLVI PRINCESS CUP' over two days, April 3rd (Friday) and 4th (Saturday), 2026, at Mana Country Club (Chiba Prefecture), with the sponsorship and cooperation of Okishima Construction Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kanagawa Prefecture).
This tournament, designed to open new possibilities for young female professional golfers, increased its competitive intensity from the previous event. After two days of stroke play, Saori Iijima dramatically secured the title of the second 'Princess' after a playoff.
■ Tournament Highlights: A Thrilling Comeback
This year's tournament gathered 10 promising young players expected to lead the future of golf. A high-level competition unfolded as they vied for their first victory.
Day 1: Spring Sunshine and Hidden Traps Amidst strong sunlight, Ouka Matsunaga took the lead with an excellent score of 2-under par, driving the tournament. Saori Iijima and Riho Hanabuchi followed, both at 1-over par.
Final Day: Chilly, Light Rain, and a Silent Playoff The weather took an unstable turn on the second day. Although the rain stopped at the start, unseasonably cold temperatures and damp air covered the course. Strong winds also picked up in the latter half, making the greens more challenging. Amidst these difficulties, Iijima made a strong comeback with 5 birdies.
Conclusion: After 36 holes, Matsunaga and Iijima were tied at 1-under par, leading to a playoff. In the tense atmosphere of the first playoff hole, with both players facing crucial par putts under extreme pressure, Iijima successfully saved par. At the moment of victory, the venue was filled with great emotion.
■ Significance of the GOLVI PRINCESS CUP: An 'Innovative Tournament' Where Pros and Amateurs Resonate
This tournament is not merely a competition but an 'innovative pro-am tournament' that broadly promotes the appeal of golf.
1. Experience Created by Overwhelming 'Proximity' By playing on the same stage as professionals, participants experienced top-level skill and tension up close. The 'breathing of a pro' proximity, not typically felt in regular tournaments, received extremely high praise from participants.
2. Providing Practical Opportunities and Serving as a 'Gateway' The achievement of the 1st tournament winner, Pro Madoka Kimura, who passed the JLPGA professional test after the event, gives great hope to the players. By evolving the format to a two-day event, the tournament aims to establish itself as a true gateway for players aspiring to pass the professional test, providing a more practical environment.
■ Tournament Overview
Tournament Name: 2nd GOLVI PRINCESS CUP
Dates: April 3rd (Friday), April 4th (Saturday), 2026
Venue: Mana Country Club Mana Course
Organizer: Beyond Properties Inc.
Sponsor: Okishima Construction Co., Ltd.
Participants (alphabetical order): Yuka Asami, Saori Iijima, Ayumi Imai, Miu Kamegawa, Rio Kikuchi, Sana Kimura, Aimi Saito, Shino Nakao, Riho Hanabuchi, Ouka Matsunaga (10 players total) *Sana Kimura withdrew after the first half of Day 1 due to poor health.
■ Future Outlook
The organizer, Beyond Properties Inc., aims to further enhance participant satisfaction and expectations by leveraging its extensive tournament operation experience. The goal is to create the best stage for young female golfers to shine and to continue producing successful professional test candidates, as in the previous tournament.
We will continue to support players pursuing their dreams through golf and contribute to the further development of the entire golf industry.
PRINCESSCUP Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/golvipcc
GOLVI Golf Lounge Ginza Official Website: https://byd-p.jp/golvi-gl/ginza/
GOLVI Golf Lounge Ginza Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggl.ginza/
Beyond Properties Inc. HP: https://byd-p.jp/
[Contact for this matter]
Beyond Properties Inc. Public Relations
TEL: 03-6264-2717
Email: info@byd-p.com
This tournament, designed to open new possibilities for young female professional golfers, increased its competitive intensity from the previous event. After two days of stroke play, Saori Iijima dramatically secured the title of the second 'Princess' after a playoff.
■ Tournament Highlights: A Thrilling Comeback
This year's tournament gathered 10 promising young players expected to lead the future of golf. A high-level competition unfolded as they vied for their first victory.
Day 1: Spring Sunshine and Hidden Traps Amidst strong sunlight, Ouka Matsunaga took the lead with an excellent score of 2-under par, driving the tournament. Saori Iijima and Riho Hanabuchi followed, both at 1-over par.
Final Day: Chilly, Light Rain, and a Silent Playoff The weather took an unstable turn on the second day. Although the rain stopped at the start, unseasonably cold temperatures and damp air covered the course. Strong winds also picked up in the latter half, making the greens more challenging. Amidst these difficulties, Iijima made a strong comeback with 5 birdies.
Conclusion: After 36 holes, Matsunaga and Iijima were tied at 1-under par, leading to a playoff. In the tense atmosphere of the first playoff hole, with both players facing crucial par putts under extreme pressure, Iijima successfully saved par. At the moment of victory, the venue was filled with great emotion.
■ Significance of the GOLVI PRINCESS CUP: An 'Innovative Tournament' Where Pros and Amateurs Resonate
This tournament is not merely a competition but an 'innovative pro-am tournament' that broadly promotes the appeal of golf.
1. Experience Created by Overwhelming 'Proximity' By playing on the same stage as professionals, participants experienced top-level skill and tension up close. The 'breathing of a pro' proximity, not typically felt in regular tournaments, received extremely high praise from participants.
2. Providing Practical Opportunities and Serving as a 'Gateway' The achievement of the 1st tournament winner, Pro Madoka Kimura, who passed the JLPGA professional test after the event, gives great hope to the players. By evolving the format to a two-day event, the tournament aims to establish itself as a true gateway for players aspiring to pass the professional test, providing a more practical environment.
■ Tournament Overview
Tournament Name: 2nd GOLVI PRINCESS CUP
Dates: April 3rd (Friday), April 4th (Saturday), 2026
Venue: Mana Country Club Mana Course
Organizer: Beyond Properties Inc.
Sponsor: Okishima Construction Co., Ltd.
Participants (alphabetical order): Yuka Asami, Saori Iijima, Ayumi Imai, Miu Kamegawa, Rio Kikuchi, Sana Kimura, Aimi Saito, Shino Nakao, Riho Hanabuchi, Ouka Matsunaga (10 players total) *Sana Kimura withdrew after the first half of Day 1 due to poor health.
■ Future Outlook
The organizer, Beyond Properties Inc., aims to further enhance participant satisfaction and expectations by leveraging its extensive tournament operation experience. The goal is to create the best stage for young female golfers to shine and to continue producing successful professional test candidates, as in the previous tournament.
We will continue to support players pursuing their dreams through golf and contribute to the further development of the entire golf industry.
PRINCESSCUP Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/golvipcc
GOLVI Golf Lounge Ginza Official Website: https://byd-p.jp/golvi-gl/ginza/
GOLVI Golf Lounge Ginza Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggl.ginza/
Beyond Properties Inc. HP: https://byd-p.jp/
[Contact for this matter]
Beyond Properties Inc. Public Relations
TEL: 03-6264-2717
Email: info@byd-p.com