Golf Courses in Gifu

42 courses from the Nagoya plain into the Hida mountains

Gifu is the quieter, cheaper alternative to playing around Nagoya. The southern half of the prefecture is a short drive from the city, so its courses catch Nagoya golfers without the crowding of Aichi’s own tee sheets, while the north climbs into the Hida mountains towards Takayama, Gero onsen and the thatched village of Shirakawa-go. It is a good prefecture to combine golf with the classic central-Japan sightseeing route rather than treating them as separate trips.

Golf in Gifu at a glance

GolfMatchy lists 42 golf courses in Gifu. 42 of the courses carry Google ratings, averaging 3.9 across 14,641 reviews. Best season: April to June and September to November — mountain courses shorten at both ends. Most international visitors arrive via Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO).

Why Golf in Gifu?

42 Golf Courses in Gifu

For International Golfers

Base yourself in Nagoya or Gifu city for the southern courses — both are easy drives. For the Hida area, the Takayama Main Line and a rental car from Takayama are the usual approach. Summer on the Gifu plain is genuinely hot (Tajimi regularly records some of Japan’s highest temperatures), so take early tee times in July and August.

More golf in Chubu

Nagoya (61 courses) · Nagano (67 courses) · Mie (39 courses) · Shizuoka (60 courses) · Niigata (38 courses) · Yamanashi (34 courses) · Ishikawa (32 courses) · Toyama (29 courses) · Fukui (20 courses)

Golf in Gifu: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gifu a good place to play golf near Nagoya?

Yes — it is the value option. Southern Gifu courses are 30–60 minutes from central Nagoya, but green fees are usually lower than in Aichi itself and tee sheets are less contested. If you are staying in Nagoya, we often recommend crossing into Gifu for the round.

Can I combine golf in Gifu with Takayama or Shirakawa-go?

Easily. Northern Gifu courses sit on the way up to Takayama and Gero onsen, with Shirakawa-go beyond, so a common itinerary is a round on the way in, a night in an onsen town, and sightseeing the next day. Tell us your route and we will book a course that fits it.

How many golf courses are there in Gifu?

GolfMatchy lists 42 golf courses in Gifu. Every one of them can be booked in English through our concierge.

When is the best time to play golf in Gifu?

April to June and September to November — mountain courses shorten at both ends. Weekdays are cheaper and far less crowded than weekends and public holidays in Gifu.

How do I get to golf courses in Gifu?

Most international golfers arrive via Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO). Many Japanese courses run a free shuttle from the nearest train station, and GolfMatchy sends the closest station, shuttle details and directions with every confirmed Gifu booking.

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