Top 10 Golf Courses In Japan

1. Kasagi Golf Club

Located in Kyoto, this serene golf club is a 30-minute drive away from Kintetsu Nara Station. This 18-hole golf course is surrounded by luscious green trees and calm waters so golfers can play in peace. The well-maintained golf course has a unique shape, making it more suitable for advanced players. Tourists and golfers in the area can enter Kasagi Golf Club with peace of mind, as clubs and shoes can be rented. All you need to do is make a reservation on their website and you’re good to go!

Kasagi Golf Club

Address: 33, Kasagi-higashiyama, Kasagi-cho, Soraku-gun Kyoto 619-1303

Website: Kasagi Golf Club

Price: from 98.55 USD (10,500 JPY)

2. Takebenomori Golf Club

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Takebenomori Golf Club offers picturesque views and is situated in Okayama. This 18-hole golf course is semi-private, so guests can enter as long as they make a reservation. Guests who arrive on public transport can take a taxi from Takebe Station. The eight-minute ride will bring you right to the entrance of the club. Clubs for males and females are available for rent here, so couples can engage in a game together. A restaurant that serves seasonal food can be found here too. If you need any additional golf equipment, head to the gift shop on-site. Additionally, there is also a hot tub where the gents can enjoy a soak after a long day on the field.

Takebenomori Golf Club

Address: 1046-1, Nakada, Takebe-cho, Mitsu-gun Okayama 709-3132

Website: Takebenomori Golf Club

Price: from 77.91 USD (8,300 JPY)

3. Kawagoe Green Cross

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A semi-private golf club, Kawagoe Green Cross is located in Kawagoe City at Saitama Prefecture. This is one of the golf clubs where guests can board the free club bus to the club from Minami Furuya Station. An interesting feature of this club is that guests must take a four-minute boat ride to reach the course. Guests are allowed to rent clubs and shoes, so you can opt not to bring your golf equipment. The structure of the course makes it suitable for beginners, but the challenge comes when you’re playing in the vicinity of the ponds and lakes.

Kawagoe Green Cross

Address: 865-1 Furuya-hongo, Kawagoe-shi Saitama 350-0002

Website: Kawagoe Green Cross

Price: from 89.16 USD (9,500 JPY)

4. Miho Golf Club

Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., Miho Golf Club is located in Ibaraki Prefecture. This 18-hole golf course is a 2-hour drive away from central Tokyo and is a popular place among golfers. The landscape makes it suitable for both advanced and professional players. It is a semi-private club so guests can come and give this golf course a shot, so as long as you make a reservation in advance. If you’re a tourist and you’re looking to play a game, this is a club you may want to try. Golf clubs and shoes are available for rent. Golf tournaments are held here from time to time, so do check the dates before making your way here.

Miho Golf Club

Address: Tsuchiura, Miho-mura, Inashiki-gun Ibaraki 300-0404

Website: Miho Golf Club

Price: from 93.85 USD (10,000 JPY)

5. Moon Lake Golf Club Mobara Course

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Moon Lake Golf Club is one of the best places to play night golf. Located in Nagano, this semi-private club is 20 minutes away from Mobara Station. In the night, the golf club is well-lit and quiet, making it a good place to play a game or two. Both male and female guests can rent clubs and shoes. Lockers are not available in this club, so do make sure to avoid bringing heavy personal bags.

Moon Lake Golf Club Mobara Course

Address: 1647 Nagao, Mobara 297-0073 Chiba Prefecture

Website: Moon Lake Golf Club Mobara Course

Price: from 89.27 USD (9,510 JPY)

6. Sun Park Sapporo Golf Course

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The course here is relatively flat and has a wide fairway, allowing golfers to play for a long time. The club is open to the public, and guests can be found flocking here during the weekend. Guests who are not driving can take the free club bus from Kita-Hiroshima Station, but please do make a reservation. Weekday prices are slightly more affordable here compared to other golf clubs. Sightings of deer and foxes have been reported around the golf course. If you’re feeling hungry after your game, pop into the on-site restaurant. The curry noodles are worth trying!

Sun Park Sapporo Golf Course

Address: 456, Tomigaoka, JP-01 061-1153 Kitahiroshima, Japan

Website: Sun Park Sapporo Golf Course

Price: from 63.83 USD (6,800 JPY)

7. Hirakata Kokusai Golf Club

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Established in 1959, this tranquil and picturesque golf course is located in Osaka. It is popular among tourists and is also easily accessible. Guests who are interested in playing in this semi-private club can board the free club bus at Hirakatashi Station or Tsuda Station. This club also offers full sets of clubs and shoes for rental. Do make a reservation before heading here as the golf course can be very crowded at times.

Hirakata Kokusai Golf Club

Address: 4546 Tsuda, Hirakata-shi Osaka 573-0123

Website: Hirakata Kokusai Golf Club

Price: from 122.04 USD (13,000 JPY)

8. Hirono Golf Club

Boasting strong word-of-mouth reviews, Hirono Golf Club is said to be the best golf course in Japan and Asia. It is also one of the top 100 golf clubs in the world. This private golf club is only open to members and guests of members, so if you’re keen on trying this place, find yourself a friend who is also a member. Hirono Golf Club has a rich legacy and dates as far back as World War II. In fact, some of the trees you see in these scenic grounds were planted by soldiers. After your golfing session, stop by the Colonial-style golf museum located in the club to learn more about the origins of the club and of golf.

Hirono Golf Club

Address: 7-3 Shijimicho, JP-28 673-0541 Miki, Japan

9. Nikko Country Club

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Nikko Country Club contains many other facilities besides the 18-hole golf course. There is a restaurant, a clubhouse, a practice field, and a lodge for those who want to stay overnight. The semi-private golf course is suitable for players of all levels and is popular among locals and tourists alike. There are specific dress codes for both the gents and the ladies, so do make sure you are dressed appropriately. The website contains a lot of information for guests who intend to use the club bus or the lodge. Do check it out before making your way down.

Nikko Country Club

Address: 2833 Tokorono, JP-09 321-1421 Nikko, Japan

Website: Nikko Country Club

Price: from 190.33 USD (20,280 JPY)

10. Pine Lake Golf Club

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This is another golf course that was designed by the renowned Robert Trent Jones Jr. It is a public club, so guests don’t need to worry about needing to be members to enter. The prices are not too steep, making this a great golf course for those who are staying in or visiting Nishiwaki. There are specific days of the week that are cheaper to visit, so do check their site to see the prices and make your booking. This 18-hole golf course may be a challenge for beginners as it is known as one of the hardest golf courses in Japan.

Pine Lake Golf Club

Address: 1353-2 Hieizan, Shikano, JP-28 677-0033 Nishiwaki, Japan

Website: Pine Lake Golf Club

Price: from 75 USD (8,000 JPY)

Looking to have fun and relax? Play golf

Try something different during your next trip to Japan. Opt for a game of golf with your friends and enjoy the gorgeous views while you’re playing. Do check out a variety of clubs because the experience will be different in each one.