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Tokyo's Best Golf Shops

Tokyo is Japan’s #1 tourist destination—a buzzing capital packed with unforgettable sights, world-class cuisine, and some of the best shopping on the planet. Even if you don’t have time to tee it up, you can still dive into Tokyo’s incredible golf stores. As in most of Japan, pro shops at golf

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How to Get a Custom Fitting in Japan

by Travel Editor

Getting fitted for golf clubs in Japan isn’t just about buying gear—it’s a rare chance to experience the precision and craftsmanship that define Japanese golf culture. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or a curious beginner, a custom fitting session offers professional insights into your swing and helps you discover the perfect club setup. Backed by cutting-edge data and guided by Japan’s unique blend of tradition and technology, a fitting is not only useful—it's unforgettable. Here’s everything you need to know about getting a custom fitting in Japan, including how Golf-in-Japan can assist you in English.

Why a Custom Fitting Changes Everything

A custom fitting isn’t just about getting clubs—it’s an educational deep dive into your swing. Pros say it reveals how your tempo, attack angle, and shaft interaction all converge. Master fitters in Japan deliver feedback on head, shaft, grips, lie, and angles, helping you understand not just what works, but why. It’s a lesson in how each part of the club contributes to your performance.

Tradition Meets Tech

Leading Japanese manufacturers use proprietary methodologies to guide fittings: Mizuno's Swing DNA profiles your swing in just three shots, pinpoints your ideal shaft, lie angle, and even best ball model. Miura uses 9 Positions to finely match your swing characteristics. Meanwhile Titleist has the most advanced studio in all on Japan. It's a layering of tradition with modern data—blending feel-based tweaks with metrics like club/ball speed, launch angle, spin, and attack angle, captured using tools like FlightScope.

The Fitting Experience

Expect to spend 1 to 3 hours discovering what fits best.
Some possible points to be covered are:

  • Discussing your goals and play style

  • Measurements of height, arm length, posture

  • Swing testing across multiple club heads, shafts, lofts, and lie angles on grass or simulator

  • Launch monitor feedback—metrics like speed, spin, and dispersion

  • Real-time feel-differences to finalize your setup

Fees vary: ¥5,000–10,000 (waived if you purchase), or free at some shops that view fitting as a demo.

Why It’s Worth It

A full-fitting helps you better appreciate manufacturer philosophies and club design. It flags issues like mishits, swing flaws, or ill-suited gear. Most importanly, you gain confidence in your setup—knowing your gear is built around your real swing.

True bilingual fitters are rare in Japan. Golf-in-Japan steps in—introducing English-capable experts, booking sessions, or even accompanying you as your translator. Please inquire through our Shops section. 

Compare shops and fees, and map out your perfect fitting experience in Tokyo or Osaka. Whether you're elite or a weekend warrior, there’s nothing like walking away knowing your clubs are truly custom-made—for you.