Chip Golf at Ikebukuro, Tokyo

A short-length golf-club specialist workshop inside the inGOLF indoor range in Kita-Ikebukuro, fitting clubs to each player.

Tucked into the second floor of the Don Quijote Kita-Ikebukuro building, Chip Golf is a specialist workshop and shop devoted entirely to short-length golf clubs. The guiding idea is "short, light and soft", crafting clubs that aim to make the game easier and more enjoyable for every level of player. Fitting takes place on the simulator bays of the inGOLF indoor range, using Golfzon's GDR system for accurate data and feel. The shop's signature is its own short-length shafts, co-developed with respected makers Composite Techno (Fire Express) and Basileus, paired with carefully sourced heads from makers such as Miura. Clubs can be bought through the online store, and a one-month rental lets you test a set at home before committing. Hours run noon to ten on weekdays, closing at eight on weekends and holidays, with the fourth Monday a regular rest day. Whether you are new to the game or simply curious about a friendlier club, Chip Golf's patient, personal fitting turns a purchase into a proper consultation. The workshop's honest, unflashy philosophy has earned it a loyal following among players who want the right tool, not just the newest one. It is a small shop with a big idea at its heart.