Fujiya Hotel Sengoku Golf Course

Fujiya Hotel Sengoku Golf Course, located in Sengokuhara, Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, is one of Japan’s oldest and most prestigious public golf courses. The course first opened on July 28, 1917, with the initial 7 holes designed by F.E. Colchester. In 1935, Shiro Akaboshi added the remaining 11 holes, completing it as an 18-hole, par‑72 course. The back tees measure around 6,651 yards (regular tees approximately 6,200 yards). 

Nestled in gentle hills, the course minimizes steep elevation changes but features enough natural undulation to keep play engaging and strategic. It includes four water-hazard holes, 52 bunkers, and two bent-grass greens per hole, offering a layout that is both approachable and tactically rich. 

The overall topography is relatively flat with gentle undulation, but the strategic nature of holes—especially the raised greens and approach challenges on the inland (IN) side—enhances play. The course rating from the back tees is 72.4 with a slope of 123, marking it best suited for intermediate to advanced players.  Though no holes are officially designated as “signature”, standout moments include the opening holes with subtle elevation changes and the IN holes featuring elevated (“plateau”) greens and water relevancy. Players often comment on the deliberate layout that blends challenge with natural beauty. 

The Front 9 holes side is described as expansive and scenic, while the Back 9 holes side provides a tougher strategic test with tiered greens—but overall, the course retains a calm, classic character rooted in its storied history. Many golfers appreciate the cooler, comfortable summer climate at this high-altitude location. Well-maintained fairways and greens with highly praised staff hospitality by the players.

The clubhouse restaurant, Wisteria, offers a blend of Japanese and Western dishes enjoyed by golfers and non-golfers alike, with scenic views of Hakone’s landscape:

Recommended Lunch menu

-- Beef Tongue Stew with soup, salad, and rice — the restaurant’s top-recommended dish. 

-- Seafood Curry (incl. salad) — a signature curry with generous seafood and flavorful sauce.

-- Fried Horse Mackerel Set  with rice, miso soup, and pickles

-- Grilled Pork Set — includes rice, miso soup, and pickles. 

-- Hamburger Steak (Western-style or with grated daikon and ponzu),

-- Hot dishes like soba + mini rice bowls, Bolognese pasta

Non-golfers are welcome to use the restaurant between 11:00 and 14:00, and the clubhouse is open daily.

Practice & Club Facilities

-- Driving Range: 300‑yard, 44-bay down-slope range with dedicated bunker and chipping areas. 

-- Carts: 5-seater electric induction carts equipped with GPS; both caddie and self-play options are offered. 

Fujiya Hotel Sengoku Golf Course is a historic, strategic, and accessible public course with over a century of heritage. It balances gentle terrain with thoughtfully undulating play, supported by extensive practice facilities and hospitable service. The Wisteria restaurant enhances the experience with its renowned beef tongue stew and flavorful curry. Ideal for intermediate to advanced players—and enjoyable for beginners and visitors—this course offers both challenge and charm rooted in its legacy.