Central Golf Club

セントラルゴルフクラブ

Ibaraki Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

145

Par

14,184

Distance

About This Course

Central Golf Club, located in Namegata, Ibaraki, features two championship 18-hole courses totaling 36 holes. Since its opening in 1974, it has hosted numerous prestigious professional and amateur tournaments, including the Japan Open and Japan Senior Open. The course offers a challenging yet enjoyable experience with its well-maintained bentgrass greens and hilly terrain. Golfers can expect a traditional Japanese golf atmosphere with soft-spike shoe requirements. Visitors should note that from June 2025, there will be a fee for golf cart fairway access, which must be requested before starting play. Central Golf Club remains a respected venue for serious golfers in the Kanto region.

Josuke Nishino

Designer

1974

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

145

Distance

14,184 yards

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Josuke Nishino

Location

Ibaraki Prefecture

Established

1974

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥3,990

Base Weekday Price

Base price without additional services like cart rental, caddie fees, or facility charges

¥3,128

Holiday Price

from

¥5,990

Base Holiday Price

Base price without additional services like cart rental, caddie fees, or facility charges

¥4,946

Prices shown are starting prices and may include additional fees. Prices may vary by season and availability.

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Practice Range

Practice Range Distance

240 yards

Practice Stalls

You can practice at this course! Take advantage of the practice range to warm up before your round or work on your skills.

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Playing Tips

The hilly layout rewards accurate tee shots and strategic placement—prioritize position over pure distance to leave manageable approach angles.

Bentgrass greens are well maintained and can be quick, so focus on pace control and read subtle breaks carefully.

Account for elevation changes on club selection—take extra club for uphill approaches and expect more rollout on downhill shots.

Wind can affect exposed holes; keep a controlled, lower ball flight when breezy and remember soft spikes are required.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Kanto inland climate with hot, humid summers and frequent afternoon thunderstorms and typhoon risk in late summer; winters are generally mild but can have cold snaps, and breezy conditions are common on exposed holes.

Best Season to Play

Spring (April–June) and autumn (September–November) are the best times to play for mild temperatures and stable conditions; avoid the hot, humid typhoon-prone midsummer and the colder winter months.

Dress Code

- During play, please refrain from wearing clothes not sold as golf (sports) wear, such as T-shirts or jeans. - Please wear soft spikes or spikeless golf shoes during play. - For safety and heatstroke prevention, wearing a hat during play is recommended.

Shoes Specification

Soft spikes only