Kyushu Golf Club Kotaizan Course

九州ゴルフ倶楽部　小岱山コース

Kumamoto Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

Par

6,721

Distance

About This Course

Kyushu Golf Club Kotaizan Course offers a beautifully designed 18-hole layout set on rolling hills with distant views of the Ariake Sea. The course features a harmonious blend of natural trees and terrain, creating a unique character for each hole. Designed by Shunsuke Kato, it provides a balanced challenge suitable for various skill levels. The elegant clubhouse, designed by the late Kisho Kurokawa, adds a touch of luxury for post-round relaxation. Golfers can also enjoy a spacious 280-yard driving range, ideal for practicing powerful shots. Located in Arao, Kumamoto, this course combines scenic beauty with well-rounded facilities.

Shunsuke Kato

Designer

1992

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,721 yards

Course Area, m²

1,200,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Shunsuke Kato

Location

Kumamoto Prefecture

Established

1992

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥7,980

Base Weekday Price

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

¥6,950

Holiday Price

from

¥13,800

Base Holiday Price

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

¥12,014

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

260 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

On this hilly, rolling layout prioritize accuracy off the tee rather than just distance to avoid trouble and leave better approach angles to the greens.

Account for elevation changes on approach shots because uphill and downhill lies can make a club play significantly longer or shorter than the yardage.

Bentgrass greens are typically well maintained and can be firm and quick, so take time to read subtle breaks and adjust putting speed accordingly.

Being near the Ariake Sea, sea breezes can influence ball flight and wind direction can shift during the round, so check wind often and adjust club selection.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

The area has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters, a pronounced rainy season in early summer, frequent sea breezes that can change wind direction during a round, and occasional typhoon-related heavy rain and strong winds in late summer.

Best Season to Play

Spring (March–May) and autumn (October–November) are the best times to play for mild temperatures and stable weather, while the rainy season (June–July) and peak typhoon months (August–September) are best avoided.