Japan’s Golf Network rolls out FAST channel via SOFAST

This new Golf Network FAST channel will feature premium golf content from Japan, and will be available on major streaming platforms across international territories, starting with US.

18 JUN 2025

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SoFast has collaborated with Golf Network, Japan’s leading golf television brand within the JCOM group, for the international launch of a fully localized FAST channel. This new Golf Network FAST channel will feature premium golf content from Japan, including instructional programs featuring Japan’s top teaching professionals, and original shows, localized for global audiences. Through SoFast’s end-to-end FAST distribution expertise, the channel will be available on major streaming platforms across international territories, starting with the United States.

“Our goal is to bring the unique quality and depth of Golf Network programming to a global audience,” said Hideyuki Kimura, President at Golf Network. “Partnering with SoFast enables us to adapt our content for international markets and expand our brand beyond Japan.”

“SoFast is excited to help Golf Network take this major step toward international growth,” said Yanai Arfi, CEO at SoFast. “This collaboration showcases how FAST channels can unlock new distribution opportunities for premium local content with global appeal.”

The channel is expected to go live in the coming months, with an initial focus on sports-oriented streaming platforms in the U.S. and other key global markets.