Naoyuki Kataoka
Naoyuki Kataoka is a Japanese professional golfer from Ebetsu, Hokkaido, who competes on the Japan Golf Tour. He won his first JGTO title at the 2021 Japan Players Championship and captured the 2025 Japan Open by defeating Toshiyuki Hara in a playoff, earning invitations to the 2026 Masters and The 154th Open Championship.
About Naoyuki Kataoka
Naoyuki Kataoka is a JP professional golfer. competing on the Japan Golf Tour. Currently ranked #342 in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR). Naoyuki Kataoka uses a Srixon ZXi LS Driver (9°) driver, Srixon ZXi5 Irons irons, a Callaway Odyssey White Hot 2-Ball Blade Putter putter, and the Srixon Z-Star XV golf ball.
Current WITB
As spotted at the 2025 Japan Open in October 2025
Bag Breakdown
14 clubs from 3 brands in the bag
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Srixon ZXi LS Driver
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Srixon Z-Forged II Irons
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Cleveland RTZ Wedge
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Equipment Context
Equipment Q&A
Naoyuki Kataoka uses a Srixon ZXi LS Driver (9°). The driver is typically chosen for its combination of distance, forgiveness, and workability to suit the player's swing.
Naoyuki Kataoka uses a Callaway Odyssey White Hot 2-Ball Blade Putter. Putter choice is highly personal among tour professionals, often staying with the same model for years.
Naoyuki Kataoka plays the Srixon Z-Star XV. Tour players typically choose balls that match their swing speed and provide the spin characteristics they need around the greens.
Naoyuki Kataoka uses Srixon ZXi5 Irons. Iron selection on tour varies between players who prefer blades for workability and those who choose cavity backs for added forgiveness.
As of October 2025, Naoyuki Kataoka's bag includes a Srixon ZXi LS Driver (9°), Callaway Odyssey White Hot 2-Ball Blade Putter putter, and Srixon Z-Star XV. Professional golfers typically update their equipment throughout the season based on performance and new releases.