Overlooking the ancient city of Kyoto, the Kyoto Golf Club is a place of tradition and prestige. Established in 1948, it is known as Japan's first newly constructed golf course after World War II. The club features two 18 hole courses, Kamigamo and Funayama. The Kamigamo Course in particular offers a landscape reminiscent of Kyoto's beautiful gardens, adorned with old pines and numerous trees, captivating golfers with nature's beauty in every season. The course generally has gentle undulations with shorter holes, but requires a strategic approach. Playing in this serene environment allows golfers to deeply appreciate the essence of golf and the unique ambiance of Kyoto. Enjoy a wonderful experience of tradition and prestige at Kyoto GC.
*Please note that interpreter assistance is required for your visit.
Highlights
The 4th hole of the Kamigamo Course features the famed floating tee ground, surrounded by bunkers. Its steeply sloped two-tiered green stimulates a golfer's spirit of challenge.
The Funayama Course is short in distance, offering a friendly challenge even for beginners, and boasts a prime location with a panoramic view of Kyoto's historic cityscape.
Just a 30-minute drive to downtown Kyoto, it's also a great combination to explore Kyoto's sightseeing spots after golf, immersing yourself in the area's rich history and culture.
Detail
Holes/Par Kamigamo 18/69, Funayama 18/66
Length (Back tees) Kamigamo 5,827 yards, Funayama 4,627 yards
Established 1948
Designer Sheffield (Kamigamo), Osamu Ueda (Funayama)
Green Fees Kamigamo 15,910 yen (Weekday) 24,160 yen (Holiday), Funayama 7,359 yen (Weekday) 10,560 yen (Holiday)
* Green fees vary depending on the plan and season. Please check the website for more details.
Kamigamo
TEE | PAR | LENGTH | RATING | SLOPE |
Back | 69 | 5,827 yards | 69.3 | 138 |
Regular | 69 | 5,512 yards | 67.7 | 135 |
Front | 69 | 5,245 yards | 66.5 | 132 |
Funayama
TEE | PAR | LENGTH | RATING | SLOPE |
Back | 66 | 4,627 yards | 63.7 | 120 |
Regular | 66 | 4,287 yards | 62.7 | 118 |
Front | 66 | 4,008 yards | 61.9 | 116 |
Access
About 30 minutes by car from JR Kyoto Station to Kyoto Golf Club.
Address Kamigamo-Motoyama, Kita-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu
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