Three key characteristics
- East, Middle and West nines
- Flat mature woodland routing
- Caddie-assisted walking play
Course overview
The Sohbu Course is the 27-hole East, Middle and West course of Sohbu Country Club. It is distinct from the Inba and Kita courses and is presented by the operator as a strategic tournament venue.
Terrain and layout
Large trees separate broad fairways on mostly level ground, while doglegs and water prevent the generous scale from becoming visually or strategically simple.
Strategy and difficulty
Length and preferred angles matter. Players who place tee shots on the correct side gain clearer approaches; missed lines can be blocked by mature trees.
Key facts
- Region
- Chiba & Ibaraki
- Location
- Inzai, Chiba
- Holes
- 27
- Par
- 108
- Designer
- Seizō Tomizawa
- Opening year
- 1964
- Cart
- Walking play
- Caddie
- Caddie-assisted walking play
- Course style
- 27-hole flat woodland course (East, Middle and West)
- Terrain
- Mature trees, broad fairways, doglegs and water on a largely flat woodland site
- Tee information
- Use the current official course guide and scorecard for the selected East–Middle–West rotation.
- Facilities
- Clubhouse facilities and official shuttle services; confirm current operating times.
- Visitor conditions
- Dress code applies. Visitor access, pairing and booking conditions must be confirmed for the requested date.
Why play
- Choose Sohbu for a traditional 27-hole woodland experience with a different rhythm from cart-led resort courses.
Playing format and facilities
The official information lists caddie-assisted walking play. Group format and current visitor conditions must be checked before confirming.
History, tournaments and distinction
Opened on 24 May 1964 and designed by Seizō Tomizawa. The official operator lists major Japanese professional events among its tournament history; specific years should be cited only after event-by-event confirmation.
Miramar assessment
A serious Chiba selection for groups that value traditional walking golf, tournament history and a course that rewards controlled placement.
Route planning
Pairs naturally with Narashino from a Narita or Chiba New Town base, with travel time protected around morning traffic.
Booking note
Confirm visitor access, dress code, pairings, shuttle timetable and start-course rotation for the requested date.