Golf in Japan, Answered
The questions international golfers ask us most, before their first round in Japan.
The questions international golfers ask us most, before their first round in Japan.
Yes. Many of Japan’s prestigious courses are members-only, but Elite Golf Japan holds direct partnerships with 36 courses across 14 prefectures, so international visitors can play without a membership or member introduction. We arrange the booking, guest paperwork, rental clubs, and caddies; an English-speaking on-course host and airport transfers are available on request.
Read the full answer →Our booking fee is US$30 per golfer, with a minimum of US$60 per booking. Green fees are separate, paid at the course on the day, and typically run from about ¥10,000 to ¥30,000 per round depending on the course and whether you play on a weekday or weekend. We confirm the exact breakdown, including caddie, cart, and the customary bath, before you book.
Read the full answer →Send your preferred dates, course, and group size through our contact form. Our English-speaking team replies within about 4 hours during business hours (JST 9:00–18:00) and handles the reservation, rental clubs, and caddies. Airport transfers and an English-speaking host are available on request. No Japanese language or local membership is required.
Read the full answer →Most Japanese courses play a two-part round: the front 9, a sit-down lunch, then the back 9. A collared shirt and proper golf shoes are expected, and many clubs keep a locker-room bath (onsen) you are welcome to use after play. We brief every guest on the specifics for their course.
Read the full answer →Yes. We arrange rental clubs delivered to your course or hotel, so you can travel to Japan without bringing your own bag. Tell us your height and dominant hand and we will have a set ready.
Read the full answer →Group-size rules vary by course — some accept twosomes or solo players, while others require three or four. Tell us your group size and we will match you to courses that fit, or pair you appropriately.
Read the full answer →Still have a question about playing golf in Japan?
Ask our English-speaking team