Invited to a golf bar, some people will never have played, and others simply will not want to.
At a venue with seating, a bar and something else to do, a guest who is not playing can still be in the room, at their own pace.
Check whether you can come in without playing
The terms and the price for a guest who is not playing differ by venue and by plan.
When booking, give the number playing and the number not playing separately, and check the seat charge and any minimum order.
Sit, talk and enjoy the food and drink
With sofas and tables, you can talk between turns and enjoy a drink and something to eat.
Stay safe: don't step into the swing area, and don't stand behind someone swinging a club.
Choose something other than golf
Darts, karaoke and the bar give you another way to spend the time you are not playing.
Rather than leaving one person on their own, you can also drop in an easy game everyone can join partway through.
- The terms for guests not playing
- The price
- The seating
- What there is besides golf
There is also the option of trying just a little
If you are curious, you can hit a few balls in the driving-range mode. Nobody has to take part.
The experienced can drop the jargon and explain only the controls and the safety, which makes trying it much easier.
In Gion, the bar alone or several things at once
Gion Country Club welcomes guests who only want the bar, and there are darts and karaoke in the VIP room as well.
Those playing and those not can spend the evening together. Tell us the split when you book.
Frequently asked questions
Can someone who is not playing come into a golf bar?
It depends on the venue and the plan. Check the terms and the price for guests not playing before you book.
Do guests who are not playing pay the same?
Seat charges and set prices differ by venue. Tell them the split among your party.
What should I be careful of while watching?
Stay out of the swing area, and keep well clear of anyone swinging a club.
