Hideki Matsuyama is an eight-time PGA Tour winner, including his 2021 Masters victory. Matsuyama became the first and only Japanese golfer to win a major. After withdrawing from the BMW Championship in August, he is making a comeback on his home soil at the ZOZO Championship.

The ZOZO Championship is the only event on the PGA Tour held in Japan this year. Matsuyama won the 2021 edition and is contending to win it again. Let’s check out the equipment in the Masters Champion’s bag!

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What’s in Japan’s only Masters Champion’s bag?

The ZOZO Championship started on 18th October at the Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club. As of round two, Japan’s favorite golfer, Matsuyama stands tied at 61 with Micheal Kim. So what’s the Driver Hideki using to hit the fairways? 

For Driver, Hideki uses Srixon ZX5 MKII (9.5 degrees) with his usual shaft Graphite Design Tour AD-DI 8TX. Previously, he was the prototype version of the same driver which has been released to the public. The driver is forgiving in the sense that it gives the ball a high spin and has an adjustable hosel with 12 positions. It retails for $499 and offers 9.5° and 10.5° options. 

As for Fairway Woods, Hideki uses TaylorMade’s SIM 2 with Graphite Design Tour AD DI 9 TX shaft. The new version of the SIM series has redistributed weight for the high launch of the ball. Selling at $349.99, the woods promise to meet higher distances with accuracy on the course.

While Cobra King RadSpeed Tour is preferred as 5-wood with Tour Ad’s Graphite Design 10 TX shaft. The 30 percent thinner carbon fiber material allows flexibility and increased speed. It has the lowest CG and performs better for the majority of golfers.

Hideki takes his irons seriously as he was ranked no one on the PGA Tour in proximity from 125 to 150 yards. Opting for Srixon Z-Forged II (4-PW), which gives maximum control and workability.

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Made with close collaboration with professional tour staff, it allows shots to be hit in any condition. Featuring mid-height toe and heel on the back of the club, it retails for $1,199. 

Wedges, Putter, and more

For wedges, Matsuyama uses Cleveland RTX 4 Forged Prototype (52-10, 56-8, 60-08). He tweaks between 52, 56, and 60 degrees, however, mostly sticks with a 52-degree sole. It has a compact shape and sharper edge. The Cleveland wedges are top choices for PGA Tour pros and Hideki is one of them.

For the putter, his choice is the Scotty Cameron Prototype with its grip. The putter has a rare Acushnet stamp and the exceptionally milled design helps to putt it easily. Furthermore, Hideki uses Srixon Z-Star XV giving maximum speed and with a soft core providing better spin. With a perfectly picked arsenal, Hideki is ready to claim back his title and show the world what he is capable of! 

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