Gourmet Tournament

Event Details ⚙

Date: Thursday, 27 August 2026

Format: Individual Stableford

Category: Open

Entry Fee: JPY 6,900.00

Entry Method: Phone

The Gourmet Tournament is an open individual competition held at Sanko 72 Country Club on the East Course on August 27, 2026. The event is played over the first 9 holes using the New Paria scoring system (a modified stableford-style points system based on par, with net handicap and senior priority applied for rankings). All participants receive prizes; winners through 12th place (or up to 21st depending on field size) receive prizes, with additional prizes for every third place beyond that. The entry fee for August 2026 is 6,900 JPY for guests (including green fees, lunch, taxes, and promotion fee), or 6,500 JPY for members. Entry can be made by phone, fax, or email. The event is open to everyone regardless of membership status, gender, or age. Prizes for the Gourmet Tournament include seafood, fruits, bread, cake, and gourmet foods from across Japan. Self-play with a shared utility cart is the standard format, with caddies available if required. Handicapped golfers may use appropriate tees: men white (gold for 70+), women red (pink for 70+). The course allows one grip relief on the green and six-inch placement in the general area. GPS devices and personal rangefinders are permitted. A minimum of 10 players is required for the competition to proceed.

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Venue

Sanko 72 Country Club

群馬県, Japan

Sanko 72 Country Club is a dual-course facility located in Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture, featuring an East Course and a West Course, each comprising 18 holes and 72 par. Situated near the Joishi Interchange of the Joshinetsu Expressway and a short drive from Takasaki Station on the Joetsu Shinkansen, the club is known for its accessibility and minimal closure due to snow. The East Course is characterized by flat, spacious fairways and wider roughs, offering a relaxed playing experience. In contrast, the West Course presents a variety of scenarios, providing a different strategic challenge for golfers. The East Course features a par 36 layout with a total yardage of 3,357 yards from the regular tees. Notable holes include the par-5 7th at 505 yards and the par-5 15th at 517 yards, which are recommended for driving distance competitions. The 4th hole, a par 3 at 176 yards from the regular tees, is designated for nearest pin contests. The West Course also plays to par 36, with a regular tee yardage of 3,113 yards. It includes long par-5s such as the 3rd hole at 563 yards and the 16th at 512 yards, with the 7th hole recommended for driving distance. The West Course’s 2nd hole, a par 3 at 154 yards, is marked for nearest pin competitions. The facility has a history of hosting professional tournaments, having featured notable players such as Aoki, Oozaki, and E. Els. It regularly hosts open competitions for members and visitors, with various themed events and prize structures. The club includes an on-site hotel with approximately 250 rooms, a restaurant, and a large marble bath, allowing for overnight stays and full-day visits. The course is designed to accommodate both beginners and professional-oriented players, with distinct characteristics for each of its two 18-hole layouts.