Murakami City Arakawa Golf Course

村上市営あらかわゴルフ場

Niigata Prefecture • Riverside

Holes

Par

6,065

Distance

About This Course

Murakami City Arakawa Golf Course is an 18-hole riverside course located along the clear waters of the Arakawa River in Niigata. Known for its notably long par-7 hole, it offers a spacious and flat layout ideal for beginners to test their skills. The course’s open terrain can be challenging due to the strong, variable river winds, adding a strategic element for experienced players. Featuring bentgrass greens and well-maintained fairways, this affordable golf course provides a comfortable and enjoyable environment for all levels. Its peaceful riverside setting makes it a unique spot to enjoy a full round of golf.

Kokusai Kogyo

Designer

1991

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,065 yards

Course Area, m²

360,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Riverside

Designer

Kokusai Kogyo

Location

Niigata Prefecture

Established

1991

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥4,200

Base Weekday Price

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

¥3,455

Holiday Price

from

¥5,000

Base Holiday Price

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

¥4,182

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

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Course Ratings

Community ratings and reviews for this golf course

Difficulty

1 out of 5

Fairway Width

2 out of 5

Green Difficulty

2 out of 5

Length

2 out of 5

Value

3 out of 5

Maintenance

2 out of 5

Hospitality

3 out of 5

Facilities

2 out of 5

Food

3 out of 5

Practice Range

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

Wide, flat fairways make the course forgiving off the tee, so prioritize positioning and distance control over pure power.

Plan carefully for the course's very long hole (one of Japan's longest) and be prepared to lay up to leave a comfortable approach.

River winds can be strong and shift quickly, so check wind direction on every tee and lower your ball flight into headwinds.

Bentgrass greens are generally receptive and true, so focus on approach distance control to avoid long two-putts.

Soft spikes are recommended and the flat layout makes walking easy, so comfortable footwear and steady pacing will help you stay fresh through 18 holes.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Being on the Arakawa riverside, expect variable and sometimes strong river winds, humid summers with occasional heavy rain, mild spring and autumn conditions, and significant snowfall in winter that can limit or close play.

Best Season to Play

Late spring through early autumn (roughly May–October) offers the most reliable and comfortable conditions; avoid winter due to heavy snow and be mindful of hot, humid spells in midsummer.