Dallas, October 14, 2025
News Summary
The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth will host the 11th Annual Sun & Star Golf Classic, bringing together Japanese and American professionals for a day of golf and cultural exchange. Scheduled for November 8, the tournament will feature a scramble format with skill contests. Participants can enjoy networking opportunities along with various amenities included in the event package. This event aims to strengthen ties between the two communities through sports and interaction.
Dallas
The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW) will host the 11th Annual Sun & Star Golf Classic. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It aims to unite Japanese and American executives, business leaders, and community members through golf and cultural exchange. The tournament is organized to provide competitive play alongside structured networking opportunities while supporting JASDFW’s mission of promoting mutual understanding between Japanese and Americans.
What the event is and who it brings together
The Sun & Star Golf Classic is designed to bring together a cross-section of corporate and community participants from Japanese and American backgrounds. Participants will engage in a scramble-format tournament and various skill contests. The format and accompanying activities are intended to create informal settings for conversation and relationship-building among attendees, while also offering a day of recreational golf.
Key schedule and format
The event will follow a full-day schedule, beginning with early registration and concluding in mid-afternoon. The detailed schedule is listed below to help participants plan arrival and departures.
- 6:30–7:30 a.m.: Registration & Breakfast
- 7:30 a.m.: Mega Putt Putting Contest
- 8:00 a.m.: Shotgun Start (Scramble Format)
- 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.: Tournament Play
- 12:00–12:30 p.m.: Return to Clubhouse
- 12:30–2:00 p.m.: Awards Ceremony & Lunch
- 3:00 p.m.: Tournament Ends
Player amenities and contests
Registered players will enjoy the following amenities and competitive opportunities. The event package for registered players covers on-course essentials and tournament food service to ensure participants can focus on play and networking.
- Green fees, range balls, and a fully equipped golf cart (including a cooler, towels, and tees)
- Course snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
- Tournament breakfast and lunch
- Skill contests: Putting, Closest-to-the-Pin, Longest Drive, and Hole-in-One
Sponsorship and participation
JASDFW encourages businesses and individuals to participate as sponsors or players. Sponsorship opportunities provide excellent visibility to connect with a distinguished audience of U.S. and Japanese professionals. The event structure is built to offer sponsors targeted exposure during tournament play, at the clubhouse, and throughout tournament communications.
For more information or to register, interested parties can visit the JASDFW website. Registration details, sponsorship levels, and any updates to the event timeline will be posted there for prospective participants and supporters.
Organizational context and mission
JASDFW has been active since 1970, focusing on strengthening friendship and understanding between Japanese and Americans through various programs. The Sun & Star Golf Classic is one of multiple programs and events the society operates to support that mission, combining cultural exchange with business and community engagement.
Additional event notes
The tournament format, the schedule of contest opportunities, and the included amenities aim to balance competitive golf with accessible networking. Organizers have arranged the day so players can participate in contests and still return to the clubhouse in time for the awards ceremony and lunch.
FAQ
Who is hosting the event?
The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW) will host the 11th Annual Sun & Star Golf Classic.
When is the event?
The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
What is the purpose of the event?
It aims to unite Japanese and American executives, business leaders, and community members through golf and cultural exchange.
What format will participants play?
Participants will engage in a scramble-format tournament and various skill contests.
What is the detailed schedule?
6:30–7:30 a.m.: Registration & Breakfast
7:30 a.m.: Mega Putt Putting Contest
8:00 a.m.: Shotgun Start (Scramble Format)
8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.: Tournament Play
12:00–12:30 p.m.: Return to Clubhouse
12:30–2:00 p.m.: Awards Ceremony & Lunch
3:00 p.m.: Tournament Ends
What will registered players receive?
Registered players will enjoy:
Green fees, range balls, and a fully equipped golf cart (including a cooler, towels, and tees)
Course snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
Tournament breakfast and lunch
Skill contests: Putting, Closest-to-the-Pin, Longest Drive, and Hole-in-One
How can businesses and individuals participate?
JASDFW encourages businesses and individuals to participate as sponsors or players.
What is JASDFW’s background?
JASDFW has been active since 1970, focusing on strengthening friendship and understanding between Japanese and Americans through various programs.
How can I get more information or register?
For more information or to register, interested parties can visit the JASDFW website.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 11th Annual Sun & Star Golf Classic |
| Host | The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW) |
| Date & Time | Saturday, November 8, 2025, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
| Format | Scramble-format tournament with skill contests |
| Skill Contests | Putting, Closest-to-the-Pin, Longest Drive, Hole-in-One |
| Player Package Includes | Green fees, range balls, fully equipped cart; breakfast and lunch; course snacks and non-alcoholic beverages |
| Purpose | To unite Japanese and American executives, business leaders, and community members through golf and cultural exchange |
| Organizational Background | JASDFW has been active since 1970 |
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