Karuizawa Golf Club

軽井沢ゴルフ倶楽部

Nagano Prefecture • Other

Holes

Par

6,726

Distance

About This Course

Karuizawa Golf Club is an 18-hole course located in the scenic town of Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture. Designed by Toriji Kotera, the course stretches over 6,700 yards with a par of 72, offering a balanced and enjoyable round for golfers of all levels. The greens are made of bentgrass, ensuring smooth putting surfaces. Set in the beautiful Chubu region, the club features a spacious layout without any special shoe requirements, making it accessible and comfortable for players. Its peaceful surroundings and well-maintained course make it a popular spot for golf lovers visiting Nagano.

Toriji Kotera

Designer

1931

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,726 yards

Course Area, m²

800,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Other

Designer

Toriji Kotera

Location

Nagano Prefecture

Established

1931

Practice Range

Practice Range Distance

250 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

Play conservatively off the tee to keep the ball in the fairway and set up shorter, more controllable approach shots on this balanced 18‑hole layout.

Fairways are generally wide and well maintained but many holes are tree‑lined, so prioritize accuracy over distance to avoid blocked approaches.

Bentgrass greens are smooth and can play quick, so be precise with speed control and read subtle breaks carefully.

The highland location means winds can change during the round, so check conditions frequently and adjust club selection for approach shots.

At roughly 6,700 yards the course is long for many players, so plan to rely on wedges and controlled mid‑iron shots into the greens rather than always trying to reach in fewer strokes.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Karuizawa sits in a highland area with generally cooler temperatures than surrounding lowlands, frequent morning fog in spring, a rainy season in June–July, occasional typhoon-related rain in late summer/early autumn, and cold snowy winters that can affect play.

Best Season to Play

Late spring (May–June) and autumn (September–October) offer the best conditions with mild temperatures, stable weather and attractive foliage, while summer is cooler than the lowlands but can be wet and winter brings snow.