Handa Golf Links
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Once a month, I get together with fellow golf enthusiasts to ask, “Where should we go next?” and enjoy exploring courses around the Tokai region.
Our group is a mix of colleagues, friends, and golf buddies—different ages, different backgrounds—but what we all have in common is one simple thing: we love golf!
With that shared passion, we keep up the rhythm of playing a relaxed and fun round every month.
This time, our destination was Handa Golf Links in Aichi Prefecture!
The reservation was arranged by our reliable golf club captain.
The course is uniquely located right by the sea, and surrounded by factories, making it a striking and unusual setting. Even during play, we often found ourselves captivated by the scenery.
So now, let’s take you through the highlights of our day on Sunday, June 29, 2025, when six of us enjoyed a full round together—complete with photos and videos!
Relaxed Play on a Flat Course by the Sea
The first surprise was the location!
Surrounded by an industrial area, with chimneys and plants visible in the distance, the course offers a truly unique landscape. And right next to the fairways—you can see the sea!
At first, we thought, *“Can we really play golf here?”* But once we started, it turned out to be surprisingly fun.
The course itself is mostly flat with very little slope, and the fairways are wide. With few out-of-bounds areas, even a missed shot usually just means a “short detour” onto the neighboring hole (laughs).
It’s designed so beginners and intermediate players alike can enjoy a relaxed and stress-free round.
One of the most impressive parts of the course was the hole facing the ocean.
With the wide-open view and the sparkling sea right in front of you, stepping up for a shot there comes with extra pressure…
…and yes, I messed it up. Straight into the water.
I thought I had judged the wind, but I was way off! (laughs)
Still, that’s exactly what makes a links course so exciting—the need to calculate the wind and plan your strategy adds a whole new layer of fun.
There are also holes that require shots over water, striking a perfect balance between strategy and breathtaking scenery.
It was such a unique sight to be playing golf while surrounded by factories.
Not only the sea, but there were also holes featuring large ponds within the course.
And yes… I experienced another splash into the water here too.
The presence of the water features adds a nice visual accent and makes the course design rich with variety.
It really kept the round from ever feeling monotonous.
During lunch, I cooled down with a bowl of zaru soba (chilled buckwheat noodles).
On such a hot day when I was already feeling worn out, it turned out to be the perfect choice—light and refreshing!
By the way, I heard the recommended dish is yakisoba. I’ll definitely give it a try next time.
(I was so focused on eating that I forgot to take a photo...)
Another great point was the convenient access and smooth pace of play.
It’s easy to get to from Nagoya, taking less than an hour by car.
Highlights of Handa Golf Links
・Located in an industrial area, yet offering a beautiful contrast of sea and nature
・Flat and spacious course, perfect for beginners
・Enjoy the true “links-style” challenge of playing with the sea breeze
・Excellent access and smooth pace of play with minimal stress
・Staff were very kind and attentivePrice Range
This time (Sunday, June 29, 2025), the total was 13,400 yen including lunch and tax.
Please note that prices vary depending on the day of the week and season, so we recommend checking the official website for the latest information.
Access
About 40–50 minutes by car from central Nagoya.
Using the expressway makes access smooth, and I didn’t feel very tired even after the round.
Handa Golf Links
3-1-1 Kawasaki-cho, Handa, Aichi 475-0832, Japan
In Conclusion
This round at Handa Golf Links offered not only well-maintained fairways but also the unique thrill of reading the wind and enjoying the natural scenery—it was a day packed with the true excitement of golf.
Above all, the best memory was being able to share it with my trusted golf friends.
The staff were very courteous, with thoughtful touches such as smooth course management and friendly words at the rest stops.
For golf lovers, it’s not just about competing for scores—it’s the comfort and enjoyable atmosphere like this that make the experience truly special.
I was healed by the beauty of the course and once again reminded of the charm of golf.
I definitely look forward to coming back for another round. Thank you very much!
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