PING COLOR CODE JUNIOR CUP 2025

Overview

The PING Color Code Junior Cup 2025 is a premier youth golf tournament held on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Hirakawa Country Club (405 Hirakawa-cho, Midori-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, 266-0004). Sponsored by PING Golf Japan and PING Apparel, this event targets upper elementary school students (grades 4–6, boys and girls) and junior high school students capable of completing a 9-hole round in approximately 120 strokes (elementary) or 110 strokes (junior high). The tournament features a 9-hole stroke play mini-game (scratch competition) followed by a lesson session with PING-contracted professional golfers, including Ryutaro Nagano, Ryuichi Oiwa, Yoshinobu Tsukada, Daisuke Yasumoto, Yoko Maeda, and Fumie Tsune (subject to change). Held on Hirakawa’s OUT course (H1–H9, junior high, ~3,000 yards) and IN course (H10–H18, elementary, ~2,300 yards), both par 36 with Bent Grass greens, the event has a capacity of 20 players per division (40 total, first-come, first-served). The participation fee is 10,000 yen per player (includes caddy, play, and lesson fees), with registration open from July 11 to October 13, 2025, via http://www.pingcolorcodecup.jp. Governed by Japan Golf Association (JGA) rules and local rules, the competition uses green tees (elementary), regular tees (junior high boys), and front tees (junior high girls), with awards for top male and female players per category (ties resolved by countback). The lesson session offers shot (driving range) and putter (putting range) programs. Hirakawa Country Club, a 36-hole championship venue with a 7,206-yard par 72 layout and minimal elevation change (~5m), hosted the Japan Women’s Professional Golf Championship in 1993. Described on X as “a fantastic opportunity for young golfers to shine and learn,” the event combines competition, professional coaching, and a supportive environment at a prestigious Chiba venue.

Why Attend

• Youth-Focused Competition: 9-hole stroke play mini-game designed for upper elementary (grades 4–6, ~120 strokes) and junior high (~110 strokes) golfers, fostering skill development.

• Professional Coaching: Post-game lesson session with PING-contracted pros (e.g., Ryutaro Nagano, Yoko Maeda) on shot (driving range) and putter (putting range) skills.

• Prestigious Venue: Hirakawa Country Club’s OUT (junior high) and IN (elementary) courses (~2,300–3,000 yards, par 36, Bent Grass greens), with wide fairways and strategic bunkers.

• Inclusive Divisions: Open to boys and girls in upper elementary (grades 4–6) and junior high, with awards for top male and female players per category.

• Affordable Entry: 10,000 yen includes caddy, play, and lesson fees. No additional green fees.

• Supportive Environment: Caddies provided, parents/spectators managed with badges, and JGA rules ensure fair play. No parental accompaniment on course.

• X Buzz: “The PING Junior Cup is perfect for young golfers to compete and grow!” – X user. “Hirakawa’s course and pro lessons were a game-changer!” – 2024 participant.

• Career Development: Exposure to pros and a championship venue (past host of 1993 Japan Women’s Professional Golf Championship) inspires young talent.

Event Details

Events and Courses

PING Color Code Junior Cup 2025 (October 20, 2025):

• Venue: Hirakawa Country Club (405 Hirakawa-cho, Midori-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture, 266-0004, TEL: 043-292-5501, https://hirakawacc.com/).

• Schedule:

  • 7:00 AM: Registration opens (check-in, equipment/ID check, 1 hour prior).

  • 7:30 AM: Briefing (rules, pairings).

  • 8:00 AM: Tee-off (shotgun start, 9 holes).

  • ~10:15 AM: Round completion (~2 hours 15 minutes).

  • ~10:30 AM–12:00 PM: Lesson session (shot or putter program).

  • ~12:30 PM: Awards ceremony, dispersal.

• Course Features:

  • Upper Elementary School Division (Grades 4–6, Boys and Girls):

    • Course: IN course (H10–H18, ~2,300 yards, par 36, Bent Grass greens).

    • Details: 9-hole stroke play, scratch competition, green tees. For boys/girls in grades 4–6 capable of ~120 strokes per 18 holes. Participation fee: 10,000 yen (includes caddy, play, lesson). Capacity: 20 players. Caddies provided; parents not allowed on course. JGA rules, local rules (e.g., white stakes for out-of-bounds, red penalty areas for ponds). Ties resolved by countback. Awards for top male/female players. Players carry Player’s Edition of Rules of Golf and topsoil bag (divot repair mandatory). Health check at registration (37.5°C+ bans participation). Paid parking (~800–1,200 yen/day). Luggage storage (clubhouse, no valuables).

  • Junior High School Division (Boys and Girls):

    • Course: OUT course (H1–H9, ~3,000 yards boys, ~2,850 yards girls, par 36, Bent Grass greens).

    • Details: 9-hole stroke play, scratch competition. Boys: regular tees; girls: front tees. For students capable of ~110 strokes per 18 holes. Same fees, capacity, rules, and awards as elementary division.

  • Lesson Session:

    • Details: Post-game, ~1.5 hours, led by PING-contracted pros (Ryutaro Nagano, Ryuichi Oiwa, Yoshinobu Tsukada, Daisuke Yasumoto, Yoko Maeda, Fumie Tsune, subject to change). Two programs: shot (driving range) or putter (putting range). Players assigned based on schedule.

  • Format: JGA Rules of Golf (https://www.jga.or.jp/jga/html/rules/rules.html), local rules (e.g., cart paths as immovable obstructions, no practice strokes on greens). Distance measuring devices allowed (distance-only, no elevation/wind functions). Penalties: 2 strokes for most violations; disqualification for club/ball non-conformance or severe infractions (e.g., cheating). No practice strokes between holes (2-stroke penalty). Slow play penalties per Rule 5.6. Competition ends with results announcement.

  • Safety: Soft-spike shoes required. No cell phones during play (except emergencies). Proper golf etiquette (e.g., no loud voices, greet staff). Parents/spectators sign pledge, wear badges, and follow rules (non-compliance may disqualify player). Report accidents/injuries to staff (03-6459-2214) or emergency services (110/119). Participants cover medical costs unless organizers are grossly negligent (first aid provided).

Eligibility

• Upper Elementary School Division:

  • Boys/girls in grades 4–6 (as of October 20, 2025).

  • Skill to complete 18 holes in ~120 strokes (~60 for 9 holes).

• Junior High School Division:

  • Boys/girls in junior high school.

  • Skill to complete 18 holes in ~110 strokes (~55 for 9 holes).

• General:

  • No anti-social affiliations (per Act No. 77 of 1991).

  • Equipment: R&A-conforming clubs/balls (no one-ball rule), golf attire (collared shirts, no jeans), soft-spike shoes, Player’s Edition of Rules of Golf, topsoil bag. No rentals assumed (contact venue).

  • Rules: JGA rules, local rules. Health declaration required. Warning for violations (e.g., slow play); severe/repeated (e.g., cheating, inappropriate behavior) lead to disqualification (no awards, possible ban). Photos, names used in promotions (organizers own rights). Parents/spectators must not accompany on course; non-compliant behavior may disqualify player.

Capacity

• Total: 40 players (20 per division: upper elementary, junior high).

• Minimum Tickets: 1 per player.

• Maximum Tickets: Per division capacity. Contact 03-6459-2214 for vacancies.

• Note: First-come, first-served. Closes when capacity reached or by October 13, 2025.

Features

• Course Highlights: Hirakawa Country Club’s OUT (junior high) and IN (elementary) courses (~2,300–3,000 yards, par 36, Bent Grass greens), with wide, flat fairways, cedar/oak forests, and strategic bunkers.

• Competitive Format: 9-hole stroke play, scratch competition, countback for ties. Caddies provided for all groups.

• Lesson Session: Hands-on coaching by PING pros, enhancing skills in shot-making and putting.

• Awards: Prizes for top male/female players per category, presented at awards ceremony (attendance required).

• Support: Clubhouse facilities (pro shop, dining, restrooms), first aid, luggage storage (no valuables). Paid parking (~800–1,200 yen/day). Spectators (parents) require badges, pledge.

• Services:

  • Hydration/Resupply: Clubhouse dining (bring snacks/water; lunch not included).

  • Support: First aid (staff kits), restrooms, changing rooms, limited equipment support (bring clubs).

  • Insurance: Participants cover own insurance (recommended). Organizers not liable unless grossly negligent (first aid provided).

• Media: Photos, names used on website, publications (organizers own rights).

• X Buzz: “The pro lessons at PING Junior Cup were inspiring!” – 2024 participant. “Hirakawa’s course is perfect for young golfers!” – X user.

Ticket Information

Event Dates & Times

• Venue: Hirakawa Country Club (405 Hirakawa-cho, Midori-ku, Chiba City, Chiba, 266-0004).

• Date: October 20, 2025 (Monday).

• Schedule:

  • 7:00 AM: Registration (check-in, equipment/ID check).

  • 7:30 AM: Briefing.

  • 8:00 AM: Tee-off (shotgun start).

  • ~10:15 AM: Round completion.

  • ~10:30 AM–12:00 PM: Lesson session.

  • ~12:30 PM: Awards, dispersal.

• Duration: ~5.5 hours (7:00 AM–12:30 PM).

• Note: Bring ID, insurance card, clubs, attire, Rules of Golf, topsoil bag. Temperature check at registration (37.5°C+ bans participation). Check-in 1 hour prior; no late starts. Equipment check mandatory. Parents/spectators check-in, sign pledge, wear badges.

Purchase Channels

• Jasumo Tickets: Contact https://jasumotickets.com/contact for bilingual support. Submit age, grade, school name (furigana), golf experience, health declaration.

• Official Website: Register via http://www.pingcolorcodecup.jp (system TBD). Payment via bank transfer/credit card (processing fee ~500 yen). Confirmation emailed post-payment.

• Note: Pairing chart emailed ~7 days prior. Contact 03-6459-2214 (weekdays 10:00–17:00) if not received or for vacancies. No phone entries or mailed forms.

Rules

• Application:

  • Registration: July 11–October 13, 2025. First-come, first-served; closes at capacity. No refunds post-payment. Submit age, grade, school name (furigana), golf experience, health declaration.

• Course Rules:

  • JGA Rules of Golf (https://www.jga.or.jp/jga/html/rules/rules.html), local rules (e.g., red penalty areas for ponds, cart paths as immovable obstructions). Dress code (collared shirts, no jeans). Soft-spike shoes required. No practice strokes on greens (2-stroke penalty). Distance measuring devices allowed (distance-only). No cell phones (except emergencies). Health check at registration. Warning for violations; severe/repeated (e.g., cheating, inappropriate behavior) lead to disqualification (no awards, possible ban). Parents/spectators non-compliant may disqualify player. Report accidents to staff (03-6459-2214) or emergency services (110/119).

• Cancellation: Rain or shine; schedule changes posted on-site or website. No refunds for player cancellations.

• Liability: Participants cover medical costs unless organizers are grossly negligent (first aid provided). Keep hospital receipts.

• Media: Photos, names used in promotions, website, publications (organizers own rights).

• Personal Info: Managed per Japanese privacy laws, used for tournament operations, promotions. Disputes under Tokyo court jurisdiction.

Ticket Types & Pricing

• Upper Elementary School Division: 10,000 yen/player (includes caddy, play, lesson).

• Junior High School Division: 10,000 yen/player (includes caddy, play, lesson).

• Pricing Range: 10,000 yen + ~500 yen processing fee.

• Ticket Range: 1 ticket/player; maximum 20 per division.

• Note: Fees non-refunded except for organizer cancellation. No additional green fees.

Sales Schedule

• Registration: July 11–October 13, 2025. Closes at capacity.

• Participation Notice: Pairing chart emailed ~7 days prior. Contact 03-6459-2214 if not received.

• Same-Day Registration: Not available (check-in for pairings).

Program

• PING Color Code Junior Cup 2025:

  • Events: 9-hole stroke play (OUT course: junior high, IN course: elementary), lesson session (shot/putter programs).

  • Format: JGA rules, scratch competition, countback for ties. Awards for top male/female per category.

  • Features:

    • Hydration/Resupply: Clubhouse dining (bring snacks/water).

    • Course Highlights: Flat fairways, Bent Grass greens, cedar/oak forests.

    • Awards: Prizes for top players, presented at ceremony (attendance required).

    • Services: Clubhouse facilities, first aid, luggage storage, paid parking, caddies.

    • Atmosphere: “The pro lessons were a highlight for my kid!” – 2024 parent (X post).

Performers

• Organizer: PING Color Code Junior Cup 2025 Tournament Secretariat (Outertop Co., Ltd. Golf Tournament Division, Kagurazaka Hoso Building 2F, 39-3 Enokicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0806, 03-6459-2214, weekdays 10:00–17:00).

• Staff: Tournament officials manage pairings, scoring, safety, lesson session.

• Volunteers: Limited roles (e.g., marshals); contact 03-6459-2214.

• Professionals: Ryutaro Nagano, Ryuichi Oiwa, Yoshinobu Tsukada, Daisuke Yasumoto, Yoko Maeda, Fumie Tsune (subject to change).

Venue Details

• Venue: Hirakawa Country Club (405 Hirakawa-cho, Midori-ku, Chiba City, Chiba, 266-0004, https://hirakawacc.com/).

• Date: October 20, 2025.

• Capacity: 40 players (20 per division).

• Access:

  • Train: ~7 min taxi (~1,000 yen) or 10 min club bus from Komata Station (JR Sotobo Line). From Tokyo: ~1 hour via JR Sobu Rapid + Sotobo Line (~2,500 yen).

  • Car: ~5 min from Nakano IC (Chiba Togane Road). Paid parking (~800–1,200 yen/day).

• Accommodation: Nearby options: APA Hotel Chiba, Keisei Hotel Miramare. Contact Jasumo for bilingual booking (https://jasumotickets.com/contact).

• Attractions: Chiba Shrine (~15 min), Chiba Port Tower (~20 min).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact https://jasumotickets.com/contact for bilingual support. Submit age, grade, school name (furigana), golf experience, health declaration.

• Benefits: Assistance with registration, accommodation, transport, and pairing confirmation.

• Note: Registration closes October 13 or at capacity. Pairings emailed ~7 days prior. Contact 03-6459-2214 for issues.

Inquiries

• General: PING Color Code Junior Cup 2025 Tournament Secretariat, Kagurazaka Hoso Building 2F, 39-3 Enokicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0806 (03-6459-2214, weekdays 10:00–17:00).

• Online: http://www.pingcolorcodecup.jp.

Disclaimer

Jasumo offers a facilitation service for participants, including foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents, to access the PING Color Code Junior Cup 2025. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide participants through the registration process and provide support for inquiries, ensuring a seamless experience.

We address challenges such as:

• Language Barriers: Bilingual support for registration, accommodation, transport, and pairing confirmation.

• Logistics: Guidance on parking, public transport, equipment, health declaration.

• Confirmation: Pairings emailed ~7 days prior (http://www.pingcolorcodecup.jp). Contact 03-6459-2214 if issues arise.

Event Information: Check http://www.pingcolorcodecup.jp for updates. No refunds for player cancellations. Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) or Secretariat (03-6459-2214) for support.

Reviews

• “My kid loved the pro lessons and competing at Hirakawa!” – 2024 parent (X post)

• “The PING Junior Cup is a great platform for young golfers!” – X user

• “Jasumo made registration so easy for us!” – International parent

• “Hirakawa’s course was amazing, and the caddies were super helpful!” – 2024 participant