Yabe Samba Valley Country Club

矢部サンバレーカントリークラブ

Kumamoto Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

Par

6,661

Distance

About This Course

Yabe Samba Valley Country Club is a scenic 18-hole course set on a highland plateau about 450 meters above sea level in Kumamoto Prefecture. The course enjoys cooler temperatures in summer, offering a comfortable playing environment. Its hilly terrain features natural undulations that challenge players’ accuracy, while the layout provides beautiful views of Mount Aso, Ariake Sea, and Unzen Mountains. Both the front and back nine are relatively flat but strategically designed to test shot-making skills. Conveniently accessible via the new Kyushu Central Expressway, this course combines stunning nature with a rewarding golf experience.

Yasuo Itami

Designer

1975

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,661 yards

Course Area, m²

820,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Yasuo Itami

Location

Kumamoto Prefecture

Established

1975

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥5,900

Base Weekday Price

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

¥4,837

Holiday Price

from

¥8,700

Base Holiday Price

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

¥7,382

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

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Playing Tips

The course’s hilly layout and natural undulations reward accurate tee shots over sheer distance, so prioritize position and course management off the tee.

Account for elevation changes on many holes—uphill shots will play longer and downhill shots shorter, so adjust club selection accordingly.

Bentgrass greens tend to be relatively true and can run quick, so focus on distance control and leave approach shots below the hole when possible.

The plateau setting can produce variable wind, so check conditions at the first tee and club down or up as needed to handle gusts and crosswinds.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Situated around 450 m on a highland plateau, the course enjoys cooler summer temperatures and often calm mornings with possible fog, but Kyushu’s rainy season (June) and late-summer typhoons can bring heavy rain and strong, variable winds.

Best Season to Play

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–November) are the best times to play for mild temperatures and clear views, while summer is cooler on the plateau but can be affected by the rainy season and typhoons.