Golf Park Sakata

ゴルフパーク酒田

Yamagata Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

Par

6,572

Distance

About This Course

Golf Park Sakata is an 18-hole hilly golf course located in Sakata City, Yamagata. Designed by Graham Marsh, the course features a flat and open layout that takes advantage of the natural terrain. The front nine, called the Gassan Course, is known for its many ponds and requires precise second shots, while the back nine, the Chokai Course, offers longer and more strategic holes with stunning views of Mount Chokai. Casual dress is welcome, making it accessible for beginners and experienced players alike. Rental clubs and shoes are available, allowing everyone to enjoy a relaxed round in a beautiful setting overlooking the Shonai Plain and the Sea of Japan.

Graham Marsh

Designer

1976

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,572 yards

Course Area, m²

1,200,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Graham Marsh

Location

Yamagata Prefecture

Established

1976

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥6,300

Base Weekday Price

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

¥5,182

Holiday Price

from

¥7,900

Base Holiday Price

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

¥6,637

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

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Playing Tips

The Gassan (front) nine has many ponds protecting landing areas and approaches, so prioritize accuracy and consider conservative lay-ups rather than always attacking.

The Chokai (back) nine features longer, more strategic holes with elevation changes, so choose clubs for position and favor placement over pure distance to leave manageable approach shots.

Coastal winds from the Sea of Japan can be variable and strong—check conditions each tee and be prepared to alter ball flight and club selection by one or two clubs.

Greens are bentgrass and can run fairly quick in warm months and slower when cool or wet, so pay close attention to speed and break; note the course requires soft spikes only and offers rentals if you travel light.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Sakata on the Sea of Japan coast has cold, snowy winters with frequent sea-effect snow, cool summers, a rainy season in early summer, and often-variable coastal winds that are strongest in spring and autumn.

Best Season to Play

Late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September–October) offer the most comfortable conditions and clear views; avoid winter due to heavy snow and the early-summer rainy season.