START PLAYING GOLF vol.2 Key golf items selected by fashion experts.

When you start playing golf, the first thing you should be concerned about is what style you want to use for your rounds. There are detailed rules, but if you have not yet established your own style, other people's styles can be very helpful. In this issue, we asked three golf freaks in the industry who have their own unique style to introduce their favorite gear. We also asked them to pick up one golf item each for beginners; it is fun just to look at the three different styles of golfers!　Of course, many of the items can be used not only for golf but also for town use, so please refer to them.

Photo_Naoto Date

Text_Yasuyuki Ushijima

Edit_Shun Koda

SpecialThanks_Golf5Oakville

PROFILE

Kentoku Kono

Ships Press

. The appeal of golf is that it refreshes you both physically and mentally. I walk during the round, which refreshes my body, and I personally find it interesting that it also develops my mentality. Of course, I get frustrated when things don't go well (laughs). (Laughs). Mentality can have a big impact on your score, so golf allows you to face yourself. . There are not many other sports where you can exercise in the great outdoors, feeling the green grass and the wind.

ARC'TERYX VEILANCE Arc'teryx Vailance's DEMLO Jacket

Golf is a sport played in the great outdoors. Of course, the weather is not always good, sometimes it rains and sometimes there are strong winds. I often wear this jacket when the weather is bad, and I am glad that it is an outdoor brand, with a minimalist and simple design, but with windproof and water repellent features. . I like that it can be used not only for golf but also for town use without any problems. (Personal effects)

Titleist Titleist golf balls (PRO V1)

. For beginners, I recommend the Titleist ball. Beginners tend to use inexpensive balls because they are worried about losing the ball, but good balls don't spin strangely and fly anyway (laughs). They are also highly reliable in the professional world, as they are used nearly 80% on the tour. If you want to improve your score, you may want to start with a different ball. 1 dozen ¥6,230 (Golf 5)

Nikon Nikon COOLSHOT PRO II STABILIZED

Until I purchased this distance meter myself, I borrowed it every time I went around with a friend, but it was difficult to measure the distance with one hand. ...... I did a lot of research and came across this " Nikon " which has image stabilization. The high level of technology in cameras is well known, so the image stabilization and the ease of viewing the lens are both excellent!　It is the best partner for a smooth round of golf. (Personal property of the photographer)

ARTISANGOLF Artisan Golf Wedge 50S

One of the owners of Artisan Golf has worked as a club grinder for Nike Golf's top golfers. He was trusted by Tiger Woods, in particular, to grind his wedges!　I love the refined and simple design, as well as the sole shape with good release and the well-calculated face that easily achieves the ideal number of revolutions even for an amateur like myself. (Personal possession)