The International Series continues its globe-trotting 2025 schedule with the announcement of International Series Japan – adding another exciting destination to its dynamic line-up of new territories and established golf markets.

The US$2million tournament marks LIV Golf’s debut in Japan via The International Series and is scheduled to take place from May 8-11 at the Caledonian Golf Club in Chiba, the week after the LIV Golf League holds the inaugural LIV Golf Korea in Incheon.

A 156-man field will comprise a strong Asian Tour contingent, Japanese players and golfers from around the world trying to earn a lucrative place on the LIV Golf League next season, as well as established names from LIV Golf, demonstrating the significance of Japan as a destination in the global golf landscape.

4Aces GC player Harold Varner III is one of the LIV Golf stars already confirmed for Caledonian Golf Club.

Lucas Herbert. Picture by Yu Chun Christopher Wong/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images.

The 2023 LIV Golf Washington DC champion and winner of the 2022 PIF Saudi International said: “The International Series offers great opportunities to LIV golfers to compete in some incredible golf destinations beyond LIV Golf League events. Japan is a place I’ve always wanted to visit, so I’m excited for the opportunity and can’t wait to tee it up.”

Lucas Herbert, the Ripper GC star who finished third in last season’s International Series Macau presented by Wynn said: “As an Australian, I love playing events in Asia, and The International Series provides a lot of opportunity to play in different territories in the region. Japan is going to be incredible and I’m looking forward to the experience both on and off the course.”

International Series Japan will be the third of 10 LIV Golf-backed events on the 2025 Asian Tour calendar.

Ross Hallett, EVP Head of Events, LIV Golf, said: “Japan is one of the most dynamic golf markets in the world and International Series Japan will be a true milestone, marking our first event in this exciting new territory and a significant step for the LIV Golf ecosystem.

“This historic debut in Japan showcases our commitment to expanding the reach of LIV Golf and The International Series and offering top-tier golf to new audiences. The 2025 calendar is shaping up to be a thrilling mix of new and established markets, and Japan’s inclusion is a key highlight of that global expansion.”

The tournament marks the Asian Tour’s return to Japan for the first time since 2022.

Ollie Schniederjans after winning the International Series India presented by DLF – the first event on The International Series this year. Picture by Paul Lakatos/Asian Tour.

Cho Minn Thant, Commissioner & CEO of the Asian Tour added: “We are excited about our return to Japan and delighted to welcome Japan as a new destination on The International Series.

“There is no doubt that Japan plays a key role in the global golf ecosystem, and we are confident that this new event will not only exhibit world class golf in front of Japanese fans, but also showcase Japan to our global audience.”

“We are extremely pleased to see The International Series growing and helping expand the Tour’s reach, offering opportunities to showcase world-class golf across Asia and beyond.”

The International Series Japan will be the sixth leg of the season on the Asian Tour, and it is the eighth tournament announced so far on The International Series, with two remaining events to be revealed soon.

Main picture: Harold Varner III.