Taniguchi hangs on to win in Japan

Taniguchi finished at four-under par 284 to earn his 18th career Japan Tour
title. He was one stroke ahead of Keiichiro Fukabori, who shot a one-under 71
at Karasuyamajo Country Club to take second at three-under 285.

Taniguchi and Fukabori had carded four-over 76s during round three, but were
the only players to finish the tournament below par.

They were sitting at minus-nine and minus-six, respectively, heading into the
weekend. So when the field experienced widespread struggles during the final
two rounds, they were still in good position.

Shunsuke Sonoda (73) ended at even-par 288 to finish alone in third. The rest
of the field finished above par.