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As morning temperatures in Seoul drop below freezing, golfers are becoming anxious.
As fall, the season for golf, is getting shorter and winter is coming quickly, it seems like there aren’t many rounds of golf left. Since golfers have to prepare for the end-of-the-year party, they are moving quickly to meet schedules with their partners before it gets colder. As Korea’s golf off-season approaches, attention is focused on overseas golf that can be enjoyed in warm countries.
According to recent statistical data from AGL, a golf technology company, based on actual reservation data from over 160 golf courses in 25 overseas countries, when Korean golfers use overseas golf courses, excluding airfare and lodging, each golfer plays 1 18-hole round at an overseas golf course. The average amount spent on the game, including cart fee and caddy fee, was calculated to be 151,000 won. Comparing the green fees and cart fees at Korean golf courses, they are very reasonable.
Quick-thinking golfers have already made reservations for overseas golf during the winter, but golfers who are not yet ready should focus on nearby Japan.
Recently, with the long-term weakness of the yen, the advantage of being able to enjoy a high-quality golf trip at a reasonable price has been highlighted, and the popularity of Japan among golfers is increasing day by day. Considering the fatigue caused by long flights in Southeast Asia, the advantages of clean and friendly service in Japan, which only takes about 1 to 2 hours, are highlighted and more focused.
The number of Korean golfers using Japanese golf trips increased by 18% from the previous year to 150,000 in 2023, and is expected to maintain even steeper growth in 2025.
In Japan, the distance from Hokkaido in the north to Okinawa in the south is close to 3,300 km, so there is a large temperature difference even during the same season. Even though the average temperature in Hokkaido, the northernmost part of Japan, drops below zero, the average temperature in Kyushu, the southernmost region, is around 17 to 18 degrees Celsius. It is also the temperature that Koreans like best when playing golf. Among the 190 golf courses in Kyushu, the most visited golf course is Kagoshima’s ‘Satsuma Golf & Hot Springs Resort (hereinafter referred to as Satsuma Resort), which golf integrated platform ‘Show Golf’ acquired 100% of the shares from Daiwa Securities Group, one of Japan’s top 100 companies, at the end of last year. )’am. Satsuma Resort has
Satsuma Resort Golf Course is considered one of the most prestigious golf courses in the Kyushu region. It is a regular 18-hole championship course in accordance with PGA international standards and is better managed than leading domestic golf courses, and has established itself as a prestigious golf course with a Japanese Golf Digest rating of 4.3 out of 5.0.
Satsuma Resort has prepared a golf package for overseas golfers to enjoy golf and hot springs for 4 days and 3 nights during this winter period. It has been planned as a variety of packages for office workers who plan to use up their annual leave at the end of the year, golfers who can enjoy a leisurely round after retirement, and golfers who are training for the next season. It consists of 4 days and 3 nights, △54 holes for healing type, △63 holes for martial arts type, and △81 holes for passionate type, so you can choose the product that suits the needs of the golfer.
There are various flights to Satsuma Resort. Korean Air departs from Incheon to Kagoshima Airport every day, and Jeju Air operates three times a week. Starting December 19, golfers from the Gyeongsang region can also participate. Eastar Jet flights from Gimhae Airport to Kumamoto have been confirmed as daily departures.
In addition, the ‘Top 10 King Winter Golf’ product, which is a winter training program with famous domestic pros, is currently being sold popularly. More details can be found through the XGOLF app.
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What should golfers consider when choosing a winter golf destination abroad?
As the golf off-season in Korea approaches, many golfers are looking to enjoy the sport in warmer destinations abroad. Recent data from AGL, a golf technology company, highlights that Korean golfers are making reservations at overseas golf courses, with an average spend of 151,000 won per round, which is quite economical compared to costs at Korean courses.
In particular, Japan has emerged as an attractive option due to the prolonged weakness of the yen, allowing golfers to experience high-quality trips at reasonable prices. In 2023, the number of Korean golfers traveling to Japan for golf increased by 18%, reaching 150,000, with growth expected to continue into 2025.
Japan’s diverse climate across its regions means golfers can find favorable conditions even in winter. For instance, while Hokkaido experiences freezing temperatures, Kyushu, located further south, enjoys milder weather ideal for golfing. A standout location here is the Satsuma Golf & Hot Springs Resort, which is highly rated for its championship-standard course and excellent management.
The resort has announced special golf packages for winter, catering to various types of golfers, including those on vacation or seeking training for the next season. With convenient flights from Korea, including daily services from Korean Air to Kagoshima, more golfers are expected to flock to Japan.
Additionally, there are winter training programs with domestic professionals available, perfect for golfers looking to improve their skills during the off-season. More information on these offerings can be found through the XGOLF app.