Arima Royal Golf club
Arima Royal Golf Club is a respected championship golf venue located in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, close to the historic hot-spring town of Arima and within easy reach of Kobe and Osaka. Known for its classic Japanese course presentation and strategic layout, the club offers an elegant round that appeals to both visiting and domestic golfers. It is a popular inclusion for travellers exploring Japan with Golf Travel Australia Tours, where premium golf is paired with cultural and leisure experiences.
Course Highlights
Discover the key features, signature holes, and standout characteristics that make this championship golf course a must-play destination.
- Championship 18-hole layout set among rolling Kansai foothills
- Tree-lined fairways with natural elevation changes
- Well-bunkered greens requiring precise approach play
- Practice facilities and professional caddie services
- Traditional clubhouse with dining and Japanese hospitality
About the Course
Learn about the course's design, history, setting, and the unique elements that define its golfing experience.
Arima Royal Golf Club is a respected championship golf venue located in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, close to the historic hot-spring town of Arima and within easy reach of Kobe and Osaka. Known for its classic Japanese course presentation and strategic layout, the club offers an elegant round that appeals to both visiting and domestic golfers. It is a popular inclusion for travellers exploring Japan with Golf Travel Australia Tours, where premium golf is paired with cultural and leisure experiences.
Arima Royal Golf Club has long been regarded as one of the quality courses of the Kansai region. The design follows the natural contours of the land, creating varied lies and thoughtful shot values rather than relying on length alone. Mature pines and seasonal foliage frame many holes, giving the course a tranquil parkland character typical of Japan’s classic clubs.
Its location near Arima Onsen — one of Japan’s oldest hot-spring towns — allows golfers to combine a day on the course with authentic Japanese relaxation and culture. The club’s reputation for courteous service and meticulous maintenance makes it a favourite stop on golf journeys through western Japan.
The Player Experience
Explore what golfers can expect both on and off the course, from playing conditions and facilities to the overall experience.
Golfers at Arima Royal Golf Club enjoy:
- A balanced course rewarding accuracy and course management
- Consistently high standards of fairway and green conditioning
- A peaceful setting away from city pace
- Warm Japanese hospitality before and after the round
Arima Royal Golf Club provides a refined and authentic golf experience that fits naturally within itineraries from Golf Travel Australia Tours, combining quality sport with the heritage of the Kobe–Osaka region.