Experience Tokachi’s “cool summer golf”! Enjoy an unbeatable value-for-money round amid breathtaking scenery and vast nature

When people think of Tokachi, Hokkaido, many imagine magnificent nature, great food, hot springs, and a white winter landscape. But in fact, Tokachi is also hugely popular for “summer golf”!
Touch down at the airport, hop in the car, and drive for 30 to 50 minutes. Whether you’re coming from Obihiro Airport or the city center, before you know it you’re at the entrance to the fairway. Depending on your arrival time, you can even play a full 18 holes the very same day.

The Tokachi Plain spreads out as far as the eye can see. The Hidaka Mountains rise in the distance, and on clear days you can even spot the Daisetsuzan range. You get to swing your club right in the middle of that scenery—yet the green fees are surprisingly reasonable. Honestly, you’ll probably think, “This price for these conditions?”

By day, play to your heart’s content on breezy fairways. By night, savor Tokachi’s cuisine, Moor Onsen, and a drink or two as you relive the day’s round. In Tokachi, golf isn’t “just a sport”—it becomes a journey.Here, we’ll introduce what makes Tokachi golf so special, along with courses you should absolutely play.

Comfortable in summer, spectacular views, and great value:
one of Hokkaido’s premier golf areas

Cool even in summer—perfect weather to stay focused on your round

Tokachi’s golf season runs from late May to around October. In particular, July and August—when extreme heat can sap your energy in Honshu—Tokachi stays low in humidity, and the mornings and evenings can feel downright refreshing.

“Even walking all 18 holes doesn’t wear you out as much.” “You can stay focused all the way to the back nine.”

That coolness is a major advantage that elevates the quality of your play.

Hokkaido-scale landscapes and strategically designed courses

Tokachi’s golf courses aren’t just wide-open. There are courses that look flat but require tricky wind reads, layouts that make the most of natural undulations, and tee shots struck with distant mountain ranges in view.

Around here, you get both the thrill of chasing a score and the time to let your mind unwind in the scenery. That’s one of Tokachi golf’s greatest charms.

Surprisingly strong value for money

Another Tokachi highlight is the number of courses with relatively affordable pricing—not only on weekdays, but even on weekends. In the Kanto area, it’s not uncommon for green fees to run around 15,000–20,000 yen on weekdays and exceed 20,000–30,000 yen on weekends and holidays.

And in a neighboring country, we hear that 30,000-yen green fees are fairly common……

By contrast, many Tokachi-area courses can be played for roughly 5,000 to the 10,000-yen range on weekdays, and around 10,000 yen even on weekends and holidays. Considering these courses offer Hokkaido-scale layouts and beautiful scenery, there aren’t many places nationwide where you can enjoy a round at this price point.

That’s also what makes Tokachi special: you can “play round after round and live the golf dream,” or “use the savings to enjoy Tokachi gourmet, hot springs, and nightlife,” creating more room in your trip for what you love.

Tokachi golf’s cost performance means you get both high satisfaction on the course and more enjoyment off it, too.

Recommended golf courses in Tokachi, chosen by what makes them unique

Each golf course in the Tokachi area has its own character. Whether you want to “take in natural beauty,” “test your skills on a strategic course,” or “play a course that feels great to walk,” here are our recommendations by purpose.

Courses enjoyable for everyone, from beginners to veterans

Obihiro Shirakaba Country Club

A quintessential Hokkaido landscape separated by birch forests is the main attraction. The Sakura Course is flat and easy to play, making it a reassuring choice even for first-time golf travelers.
At the same time, the in-course includes features like elevated greens, so experienced players won’t find it dull. Its well-balanced character shines: “It feels great to play—but you can’t let your guard down.”

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If you want to fully enjoy serious, authentic golf

Obihiro Kokusai Country Club

A full-fledged 27-hole course representing Tokachi. With a layout that balances wooded and hilly elements, each course offers a distinct personality.

Fairways are relatively wide, but the areas around the greens demand strategy—designed so you can “swing freely, yet still have plenty to think about.” Highly regarded not only for sightseeing golf, but also by intermediate to advanced players who want to truly enjoy the game.

With 27 holes, it’s ideal for those who want to schedule multiple rounds during their stay, or golfers who want to play different courses at the same venue.

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If you want both natural beauty and strategic challenge

Hokkaido Classic Golf Club Obihiro

A beautiful yet highly strategic masterpiece surrounded by birch forests. The layout makes skillful use of natural terrain, offering a Hokkaido-scale feel while demanding careful decision-making on every shot.

With two distinct courses (Classic and Maple), it’s another highlight that golfers of all levels can enjoy—beginners to intermediates can swing freely, while advanced players can take a more strategic approach.

It’s the kind of high-completion course you’d want to recommend first: “If you’re golfing in Hokkaido, start here.”

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Kamishihoro Golf Course

A golf course with striking, expansive scenery stretching across the hilly terrain of the Tokachi Plain. Tee shots framed by endless land and sky are the very essence of Hokkaido golf.

Around the greens, ponds and bunkers are placed effectively, creating an addictive balance: “The scenery is gentle, but the play is challenging.”

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If you want to enjoy history and a variety of courses

Obihiro Country Club

One of the most historic golf courses in the Tokachi area. Loved by golfers for many years, it has also hosted tournaments.

A course that makes the most of natural undulations offers plenty of variety, and each hole has a different character—so it stays fresh no matter how many times you play. Recommended for those who want to enjoy “thinking golf.”

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Tokachi Country Club

An open, airy location with views of the Hidaka Mountains and the Daisetsu peaks. The out course is relatively flat for relaxed, free-swinging play, while the in course is surrounded by trees and demands accurate shots.

Because you can enjoy different styles of golf within a single round, it’s popular with a wide range of players—from beginners to seasoned golfers.

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In Tokachi, treat yourself to a golf trip that delights both body and mind

Enjoy golf freely amid spectacular scenery.After your round, eat something delicious, soak in a hot spring, and have a drink.

Why not have your best golf experience in Tokachi?