This checklist is deliberately ungated. It is designed to help you prepare the details that usually matter most before you inquire or commit to a golf day in Japan.
Dates and flexibility List your preferred dates and any fallback dates. Confirm whether weekday golf is possible. Flag any request within 14 days.
Group and playing level Confirm the final number of golfers. Note whether the group is casual, regular, advanced, mixed-ability, or newer to golf. Identify any non-playing guests.
Clubs and rentals Decide who is bringing clubs and who may need rentals. Note any left-handed players or sizing concerns. Check whether golf shoes also need to be rented.
Budget and region Set an approximate total budget per golfer. Choose between Tokyo / Chiba, Kanagawa / Hakone, Mt. Fuji / Yamanashi, or another Bespoke region. Remember that concierge fees and supplier charges are separate.
Hotels and ground transport Confirm the hotel area or the likely area of stay. Decide whether licensed transport-provider recommendations are needed. Think about the full travel day, not only the tee time.
Course-day customs and weather Prepare for clubhouse dress expectations. Expect a lunch break between nines where applicable. Be aware of locker-room and bathing-facility customs. Review likely weather and any seasonal disruption. Do not assume identical cancellation rules across every club.
Non-playing guests and final checks Clarify whether non-playing guests need separate planning. List any dining, whisky, onsen, or cultural preferences. Write down final questions for the course or concierge.
Notes Use this space for tee-time preferences, hotel details, rental notes, or supplier questions you want to clarify before the golf day.