Chiba is located to the east of the Tokyo metropolitan area, and is a peninsula that juts out into the Pacific Ocean. At its highest point, it is the lowest-altitude prefecture in Japan, with an elevation of just 408 meters. The inland area is mostly flat, and there are many prestigious, historic courses separated by natural trees. The Boso Peninsula is a gently sloping hilly region with mountains 200-300 meters above sea level, and this area is packed with strategic golf courses that make clever use of the natural terrain.
No other prefecture in Japan surpasses Chiba in terms of access to golf courses. Many golf courses can be reached within an hour's drive from Tokyo, and access by train is also possible with the JR Keiyo Line, Sobu Line, Joban Line, Uchibo Line, Sotobo Line, and Musashino Line stretching in all directions. The Keisei Electric Railway Keisei Main Line, Hokuso Electric Railway Hokuso Line, and Tobu Noda Line also provide convenient access to the golf course. With smooth access from Narita and Haneda airports, visitors can come from anywhere in Japan.
Chiba has long been one of the country's leading golf kingdoms, but with the opening of the Tokyo Bay Aqua Line in 1997, more golfers have visited. The symbol of this is Tokyowan Country Club, which is gaining popularity because it is extremely convenient to access from Tokyo and Kanagawa and the play fee is reasonable. On the other hand, Higashi Chiba Country Club, which is accessed by the Chiba Togane Road, has 36 holes on both the east and west sides that are highly strategic and highly supported by advanced players who are confident in their skills.