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TOTO Japan Classic offers $2.1 million in prize money
The TOTO Japan Classic is being played in Japan at Taiheiyo Club's Minori Course as part of the LPGA Tour.
The tournament's total prize money is $2.1 million, the same as in 2025.
The winner is set to receive $315,000, while payouts vary by finishing position and ties can affect the amounts.
After three rounds, Akie Iwai led by one shot, while defending champion Nasa Hataoka was tied for fifth, three shots back.
Players are also seeking Race to CME Globe points to reach the season-ending CME Group Tour Championship, which has an $11 million purse.
One regular-season event remains after this tournament, the Annika Driven by Gainbridge at Pelican, and the race to finish in the top 60 of the standings is ongoing.
The 2026 TOTO Japan Classic offers $2.1 million in prize money.
The winner is set to receive $315,000.
The tournament is being held at Taiheiyo Club’s Minori Course.
After 54 holes, Akie Iwai led by one shot, while defending champion Nasa Hataoka was tied for fifth, three shots behind.
The event is the final stop in the LPGA Tour’s fall Asian Swing.
- Who
- LPGA Tour golfers, including leader Akie Iwai and defending champion Nasa Hataoka.
- What
- The TOTO Japan Classic is offering $2.1 million in prize money. The winner’s listed payout is $315,000.
- When
- The 2026 tournament; the article was published on November 8, 2026.
- Where
- Taiheiyo Club’s Minori Course.
- Why
- Not stated
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Nasa Hataoka won the tournament for the second time and received $315,000.
Akie Iwai led by one shot, while Hataoka was tied for fifth, three shots back.
- Total purse
- $2.1 million
- Winner’s payout
- $315,000
- Venue
- Taiheiyo Club’s Minori Course
- After 54 holes
- Akie Iwai led by one shot
- Defending champion
- Nasa Hataoka