霞ケ関カンツリー倶楽部
Saitama Prefecture • Other
Kasumigaseki Country Club, established in 1929 in Saitama, is one of Japan’s most prestigious golf venues featuring 36 holes across two courses. Renowned designers like Charles H. Alison and Seiichi Inoue have contributed to its layout, creating challenging and iconic features such as the famous “Alison bunkers.” The club gained international fame by hosting Japan’s first major golf event, the 1957 Canada Cup, which helped spark a nationwide golf boom. Over the years, it has hosted numerous national championships and underwent a major renovation of the East Course in 2016 by Tom Fazio and his son. It remains a favorite destination for serious golfers.
Kasumigaseki Country Club, established in 1929 in Saitama, is one of Japan’s most prestigious golf venues featuring 36 holes across two courses. Renowned designers like Charles H. Alison and Seiichi Inoue have contributed to its layout, creating challenging and iconic features such as the famous “Alison bunkers.” The club gained international fame by hosting Japan’s first major golf event, the 1957 Canada Cup, which helped spark a nationwide golf boom. Over the years, it has hosted numerous national championships and underwent a major renovation of the East Course in 2016 by Tom Fazio and his son. It remains a favorite destination for serious golfers.