How to plan, book, find golfers and play golf in Japan
Host Golf Games in Japan — Become a GolfMatchy Host
Play golf as you normally do while hosting overseas visitors and earning ¥10,000 per guest check-in. Share Japan's golf culture and get rewarded for it.
GolfMatchy connects overseas golfers who want a local, English-speaking playing partner with Japanese golfers who want to share their love of the game. If you live in Japan, golf regularly, and can communicate in basic English, you can earn meaningful income from every round you host — without changing how you play.
Host Benefits
¥10,000 per guest check-in:Host rewards are paid per guest, not per game — so hosting a group of 3 earns ¥30,000 for that round.
No limit on earnings:Host as many games per month as you like. There is no cap on the number of host rewards you can earn.
Play courses you already love:There is no requirement to book new courses. Host at the courses you know best.
Help golfers from around the world:Your local knowledge — the dress code, the lunch custom, the pace-of-play expectations — is genuinely valuable to overseas visitors.
How It Works (4 Steps)
1. Apply to become a host:Fill in a short application with your golf background, languages spoken, and your reason for wanting to host. Our team reviews every application.
2. Get verified:Once approved, you receive a "Host Verified" badge on your GolfMatchy profile, visible to all overseas golfers browsing games in your area.
3. Create a game:Pick a course you know well, set a date and tee time, and publish the game. Overseas golfers can request to join through the GolfMatchy app.
4. Play and get rewarded:Host the round as you normally would. After each guest checks in on the day, you receive ¥10,000 in host rewards — paid monthly via bank transfer or PayPay.
Who Can Apply?
Based in Japan and a regular golfer (any skill level welcome)
Able to communicate with overseas guests in basic English
Comfortable booking Japanese golf courses and explaining local customs
Passed the Japan Golf Passport etiquette certification (or willing to take it)
Japanese resident golfer? Read the Japanese version: ゴルフしながら副収入を得る方法