Sorachi River Lavender Forest Golf Course

空知川ラベンダーの森ゴルフコース

Hokkaido Prefecture • Riverside

Holes

106

Par

8,598

Distance

About This Course

Sorachi River Lavender Forest Golf Course is a scenic 27-hole riverside course located in Furano, Hokkaido. Nestled along the Sorachi River, it offers a beautiful natural setting with lush greenery from spring through summer and stunning autumn foliage. The course features strategically placed hazards, including water and bunkers, challenging golfers to think carefully about their shots. Designed by Toshio Hoshi, the course uses bentgrass greens and welcomes players of all levels. With a relaxed atmosphere, it’s popular among both local residents and visitors looking to enjoy golf amid Hokkaido’s vibrant landscape. Soft spikes are required on the course.

Toshio Hoshi

Designer

1990

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

106

Distance

8,598 yards

Course Area, m²

980,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Riverside

Designer

Toshio Hoshi

Location

Hokkaido Prefecture

Established

1990

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥3,000

Base Weekday Price

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

¥2,364

Holiday Price

from

¥3,500

Base Holiday Price

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

¥2,819

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

Payment Methods

Cash

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Course Ratings

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Difficulty

2 out of 5

Fairway Width

2 out of 5

Green Difficulty

2 out of 5

Length

2 out of 5

Value

5 out of 5

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

The riverside layout features many strategically placed water hazards and bunkers, so favour accuracy off the tee rather than pure distance.

Bentgrass greens are generally smooth and receptive, so play firm approach shots to hold the putting surfaces.

Fairways can play tighter than they look on some 9‑hole combinations, so prioritise course management and layups when needed.

Check wind direction on elevated tees because valley and river breezes often pick up in the afternoon and will affect club choice.

After rain, fairways and approaches near the river can be soft so use higher-lofted clubs for safer approaches and expect less roll on landing.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Furano has a cool continental climate with mild, pleasant summers and cold, snowy winters; spring can be changeable and breezy, and afternoon winds coming down the river valley are common in summer.

Best Season to Play

Best played in summer (late June–August) for comfortable temperatures and lavender bloom, with early autumn (September–October) a close second for striking fall foliage.