Kakuno Overthinking

  For the average golfer, the ball is the only piece of equipment used on every single shot. Ironically, it is also the item most frequently lost. In Japan, where courses are often carved out of dense forests and flanked by water hazards, losing balls is a constant reality. This raises a central question: is it better to invest in brand-new  "budget" balls   or buy high-performance   Tour-Level balls   that have been recovered and resold as   "Lost Balls" ? I. The Science Behind Lost Balls (Used Balls) 1. The Water Factor and Core Degradation Many used balls sold in bulk on  Rakuten  or  Yahoo Auctions  have been retrieved from water hazards. Manufacturer studies show that prolonged exposure to water can affect the polybutadiene core of the ball. Real Impact:  A ball submerged for a week suffers negligible damage. However, after three months, moisture absorption can reduce drive distance by  5 to 10 yards  and significantl...

  Surviving the Japanese Summer on the Golf Course: How to Prevent Heatstroke and the Best Cooling Gear to Stay Safe Playing golf in Japan is a world-class experience, featuring meticulously manicured fairways, deep cultural traditions, and luxurious clubhouse baths. However, if you schedule a tee time between late June and early September, you will face an entirely different challenge than just hazards and bunkers: the brutal Japanese summer. The Japanese summer is notorious for its extreme humidity and soaring temperatures, often exceeding 35°C (95°F) with humidity levels above 80%. This combination creates a high wet-bulb temperature, making it incredibly difficult for the human body to cool itself through sweat evaporation. On a wide-open golf course, where you are exposed to direct sunlight and radiating heat from the grass for four to five hours, the risk of heatstroke (known as netsuchusho in Japanese) is exceptionally high. To help you enjoy your round safely, this compreh...