A Perry Dye layout among the plum groves of Ogose

JGM Ogose Golf Club sits on gently rolling hills beside the famous Ogose plum grove in western Saitama. Designed by Perry Dye of Dye Designs, the 18-hole, par-72 course plays to 6,945 yards from the black tees with a course rating of 72.0, in a traditional Scottish-inspired style. Bent greens, varied holes and a strategic routing suit golfers from beginners to experts, while dramatic elevation changes – the downhill 9th and 18th, the drive-friendly 3rd and the demanding 13th – keep every round interesting. The par-3 7th, nicknamed the island floating in the sky, is a highlight.

A full-caddie course with mountain views, barely an hour from the city.

Every round here is played with a caddie, which makes Ogose a welcoming choice for visitors who want local course knowledge and a traditional Japanese golf experience. From the 12th green the views stretch to distant peaks, and the seasons paint the hills – plum blossoms in late winter, fresh greenery in spring and colour in autumn. After your round, unwind in the large baths and the seasonal restaurant. The surrounding Ogose and Moroyama area is known for its plum orchards and quiet mountain valleys. The club is about 30 minutes by car from Sakado-Nishi Smart IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway; there is no shuttle service.