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Japan

Courses
4
Best for
Couples
Airport
HND

Japan — overview

Japan is a golf trip with genuine range: refined private-club golf around Tokyo, culture and food in Kyoto, and open summer fairways in Hokkaido. The experience is as much about the places between rounds—onsen, small restaurants, rail journeys and carefully chosen hotels—as it is about the golf.

Courses
4 courses
Best months
March – May; September – November
Ideal length
8–12 nights
From airport
30–60 min to central Tokyo

Golf Courses at Japan

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Kawana Hotel Golf Course — Fuji Course
Izu Peninsula clifftop routing01 / 04

Asia · Course 1

Kawana Hotel Golf Course — Fuji Course

Holes
18
Par
72
Yards
7,010
Est.
1936

The Fuji Course is the marquee layout at Kawana Hotel on the Izu Peninsula, where C.H. Alison used cliff-edge ground above Sagami Bay to create one of Japan's defining coastal rounds. Opened in 1936, it combines bold bunker work, rolling fairways and elevated views toward the Pacific and, on clear days, Mount Fuji. It works naturally as a resort leg from Tokyo or as part of a wider Fuji and Izu itinerary.

Kasumigaseki Country Club — East Course
Tokyo 2020 Olympic golf venue02 / 04

Asia · Course 2

Kasumigaseki Country Club — East Course

Holes
18
Par
71
Yards
7,466
Est.
1929

Kasumigaseki's East Course is one of the most important championship courses in Japan and hosted the men's and women's Olympic golf competitions at Tokyo 2020. The course was originally shaped by Kinya Fujita, Shiro Akaboshi and C.H. Alison, then updated ahead of the Games by Tom and Logan Fazio. It is a refined, strategic parkland test in Saitama, northwest of central Tokyo.

Hirono Golf Club
C.H. Alison design03 / 04

Asia · Course 3

Hirono Golf Club

Holes
18
Par
72
Yards
7,169
Est.
1932

Hirono is a C.H. Alison masterpiece in the wooded hills of Hyogo Prefecture and one of the country's most revered private clubs. Its defining features are the deep, rugged bunkering, tightly controlled green approaches and strategic decisions that reward precise positioning over brute force. For a Japan itinerary, it represents the historic, architecture-first side of Kansai golf.

Hokkaido Classic Golf Club
Jack Nicklaus Signature design04 / 04

Asia · Course 4

Hokkaido Classic Golf Club

Holes
18
Par
72
Yards
7,059
Est.
1991

Hokkaido Classic is Jack Nicklaus's signature course near New Chitose Airport, giving a Hokkaido golf leg a serious championship anchor. The routing moves through mature woodland and water features with broad, deliberate fairways and large-scale greens; Nicklaus cited the feel of Muirfield Village when discussing the design. It is an easy fit for a summer Hokkaido itinerary built around Sapporo, Tomakomai and the surrounding countryside.

Trip Packages at Japan

Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.

Tokyo, Kyoto & Hokkaido Golf Journey

A flexible multi-region starting point combining Tokyo and Kanto golf, a Kyoto cultural stay, and a summer Hokkaido finish. Final golf access, hotels, transfers and domestic travel are tailored to the group's dates and preferred pace.

Tokyo & Kyoto Golf and Culture

A city-led Japan trip pairing golf around Tokyo and Kanto with Kyoto's food, temples and traditional neighborhoods. Built for travelers who want a more compact itinerary without a domestic-flight leg.

Japan in Asia — golf lifestyle

What to Expect at Japan

Why visit

Japan gives a golf trip a different rhythm. Begin in Tokyo or the wider Kanto region, where a deep golf culture and polished service sit alongside one of the world's great cities. Continue to Kyoto and Kansai for temples, markets and outstanding food, then add Hokkaido in summer for cooler weather, wide landscapes and an easy change of pace. The right itinerary accounts for tee-time access, transport and the contrast between urban stays and resort time, so the trip feels connected rather than like a collection of separate rounds.

Accommodations

Use top-tier city hotels in Tokyo and Kyoto, then shift to a resort or countryside stay in Hokkaido when that leg is included. JEL can coordinate rooms, golf access, domestic travel and private transfers around the preferred pace of the trip.

Resort amenities

Japan is not a single resort destination, so the trip is built around exceptional hotels, local restaurants and well-planned transport. The strongest itineraries mix city access with a quieter resort or countryside portion, leaving enough space for golf, meals, sightseeing and recovery between travel days.

  • Luxury city hotels
  • Private-driver golf transfers
  • High-speed rail connections
  • Domestic-flight coordination
  • Onsen and spa stays

Plan Your Trip to Japan

Getting there

Most international itineraries begin through Tokyo Haneda (HND) or Narita (NRT). Japan's high-speed rail works well between Tokyo and Kyoto, while domestic flights are usually the practical connection to Hokkaido; private road transfers can be arranged for golf days and resort legs.

Best time to visit
Spring (March through May) and autumn (September through November) are the most comfortable windows for Tokyo and Kansai. Hokkaido is a natural summer addition, with its main golf season generally running from late spring into early fall.
Who it's best for
Couples, small groups and curious golfers who want excellent golf woven into a high-end cultural trip.
Address
Tokyo, Kyoto and Hokkaido, Japan
Course details
A country-level destination that combines multiple golf regions; individual course records are managed separately.
Location
Tokyo, Kyoto & Hokkaido, Japan
Nearest airport
Tokyo Haneda (HND)
Trip style
Mountain
Best for
Couples, Buddies trips, Bucket-list travelers

Frequently Asked Questions about Japan

Which areas should a Japan golf trip include?

For a first multi-region trip, combine Tokyo or Kanto with Kyoto or Kansai. Add Hokkaido when traveling in summer or when you want a longer trip with a cooler, more relaxed finish.

When is the best time for golf in Japan?

Spring and autumn are the best broad windows for Tokyo and Kansai. Hokkaido is especially appealing in summer, when its climate is cooler than much of the country.

How do you get between Tokyo and Kyoto?

The Shinkansen is the practical and enjoyable connection between Tokyo and Kyoto. For Hokkaido, a domestic flight is usually the most efficient addition to the itinerary.

Do I need help arranging golf in Japan?

Yes, especially for a multi-course itinerary. Tee-time access, club policies, language, transport and caddie arrangements vary, so planning them together makes the trip much smoother.

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江東区, 日本

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