Fuji Classic
A two-day celebration of golf beneath Mt. Fuji
World-class golf, Japanese culture, unforgettable hospitality.
Join us for an exclusive international golf event set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mt. Fuji. Two days of championship play, a welcome party beneath the mountain, and the warmth of Japanese omotenashi — at one of Japan’s most iconic courses, designed by Desmond Muirhead.
Two days beneath the mountain
- 15:00Depart from central Tokyo
- 17:00Arrive at Fuji Classic Hotel
- 19:00Welcome Party (Japanese buffet dinner)
- 21:00End of evening
- 5:00Depart Shinjuku & Shibuya (for Day Trip guests)
- 06:30Depart hotel
- 06:45Japanese Breakfast
- 07:30Semi-shotgun start (5 groups across 4 holes)
- 10:00Half turn snack (Sandwich)
- 12:15First group finishes
- 13:30Welcome drinks with DJ / Near pin challenge / Fourteen approach fitting / Fourteen engraving
- 14:30Award Ceremony & Roast beef & Tempura performance
- 15:00Long drive contest
- 16:00End of party
- 16:30Depart course
- 18:30Arrive back in central Tokyo
Hot-Air Balloon Rides
Float above the grounds at first light for a rare view of Mt. Fuji from the sky — a once-a-year experience added to the 2026 weekend. Weather permitting; limited spots on the morning of Day 2.
Pricing
Welcome Party · Breakfast · Award Ceremony Party · Commemorative Gift · Round-trip transportation between Tokyo and Fuji Classic · Professional photo, video & drone coverage.
How the day plays
Format
2-Person Best Ball (Fourball) — the better score of each pair counts toward the total. Semi-shotgun start across 4 holes.
Awards
Experiences
- Mt. Fuji Signature Hole Contest — Closest to the Pin on Hole 2, the most scenic Mt. Fuji view hole
- Matcha & Wagashi station
- Japanese sake tasting
- Commemorative gift for all participants
- Professional photo, video & drone coverage
- Near pin challenge
- Fourteen approach fitting / Fourteen engraving
Important notes
- The schedule and content of this event are subject to change without prior notice.
- We accept no responsibility for any accidents, injuries, illness, loss or damage to personal belongings that may occur during or in connection with this event.
- Photos and videos will be taken during the event. Please be advised that these may be used on our website, social media, and other media channels.
- Cancellation policy:
- No-show / Day of event to 5 days prior: 100%
- 6 to 8 days prior: 50%
- 9 days or more prior: Free
Register for International Day
Complete the form and our team will confirm your booking for August 5–6, 2026. English & Japanese welcome — tee times are limited.
Scorecard
Track your round, remember the views.
Architect
Desmond
Muirhead
Born on March 23, 1923, in the UK, Desmond Muirhead studied architectural engineering at Cambridge University before continuing his education in landscape architecture at the University of British Columbia in Canada and horticulture at the University of Oregon in the U.S. During World War II, he served as a pilot in the Royal Air Force, logging over 2,000 flight hours.
After the war, he transitioned from spatial design into the world of golf course architecture. One of his most famous works, Muirfield Village—home to the Memorial Tournament—was co-designed with “The Golden Bear” Jack Nicklaus.
After disappearing from the spotlight for about a decade, Muirhead returned to course design with a radically new approach, favoring bold and unconventional concepts. This shift, full of contradictions and mystery, became part of his story and what made him so fascinating. He passed away on May 2, 2002, at the age of 79. In Japan, his most well-known work is Fuji Classic.
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