PERSONAL
Lists veteran Japanese golfer Massy Kuramoto as his hero.
Began playing golf by hitting balls in a vacant lot in his neighborhood.
Known in Japan as the "Chibbiko" golfer, which means "little golfer.".
Has developed a loyal following of B.C. Open fans called "Team Tanaka," which has followed him at that event and other Northeast U.S. tournaments since 2002.
Has a cartoon drawing of an ant on his golf balls, representing his small but powerful stature.