ALBAWABA - Newly elected Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi gifted US President Donald Trump a golf bag signed by Hideki Matsuyama and a putter by the late Shinzo Abe during his visit to Tokyo, as part of his ongoing Asia trip.
Hideki Matsuyama is a professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour. He became the first Japanese golfer to win a men's major golf championship as part of the 2021 Masters Tournament.
A video shared by Margo Martin on X (formerly Twitter) captured the moment as Trump thanked Takaichi for the gift. Additionally, upon gifting him Abe's putter, the US President recalled his friendship with the former Japanese Prime Minister, who was assassinated in 2022, describing him as a "great man."
As part of his Tokyo visit, Trump and Takaichi signed two documents declaring a "new golden age" of the US-Japan alliance and an agreement on the supply of critical minerals and rare earths, as reported by the Washington Post and AP.
Japanese PM Takaichi gifts Trump a golf bag and Shinzo Abe's putter
Many social media users described the gift as heartwarming and thoughtful from Takaichi, further stating that this symbolizes the ongoing friendship between the US and Japan.
A user wrote on X, "A truly heartwarming and symbolic gesture! ❤️⛳️Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s thoughtful gift to President @realDonaldTrump a golf bag signed by Hideki Matsuyama along with Prime Minister Abe’s cherished putter beautifully captures the spirit of friendship, respect, and continuity between the United States and Japan."
Another added, "Trump admired and liked Abe a great deal. This was a meaningful and thoughtful gift.
Japan and the United States are great allies and friends."
According to Alibaba, golf is a prominent part of Trump's life as he owns 17 courses across the globe, including 12 in the US, two in Scotland, one in Ireland, and another in Dubai. He's frequently captured playing golf and might be considered his favorite hobby.
During the same meeting, Margo Martin, who is Trump's Special Assistant and Communications Advisor, shared another photo of two "JAPAN IS BACK" caps signed by the US President and the Japanese Prime Minister.
