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The Sansan KBC Augusta Golf Tournament takes place at Keya Golf Club in Itoshima from August 27 to 30, 2026. Gates open at 7:00 each day and play is scheduled from 7:00. A free spectator bus leaves Chikuzen-Maebaru Station from 6:30, making rail and bus the simplest option for visitors without a car.
This guide focuses on the information international spectators need: which day to choose, how the tickets work, the last outbound bus at 12:00, official parking and how to cope with a long summer day outdoors.
Key information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | August 27–30, 2026 |
| Venue | Keya Golf Club, 1-1 Shima Keya, Itoshima |
| Gate / start | Gate 7:00; play from 7:00 or around 7:00 |
| Advance ticket | One-day ticket ¥6,000; high-school ticket ¥3,000 |
| Children | Junior-high age and younger enter free; carry proof of age |
| Free bus | Chikuzen-Maebaru 6:30–12:00, about every 30 minutes |
Which tournament day should you choose?
The first two days are qualifying rounds with up to 144 players, so they suit visitors who want to see many groups. The weekend is better for the title race. Saturday also has an approach contest and an HKT48 performance scheduled after play, while Sunday offers the final-round atmosphere.
- Qualifying: more players and groups
- Saturday: golf plus scheduled entertainment
- Sunday: follow the championship finish
Tickets and entry
An advance one-day ticket is valid once on any of the four public competition days. Same-day admission is ¥6,000 on Thursday and Friday and ¥6,500 on Saturday and Sunday. Junior-high students and younger enter free, but age identification is sensible. Practice and pro-am days from August 24 to 26 are not open to general spectators.
Free bus and parking
Take the Airport Line or JR Chikuhi Line to Chikuzen-Maebaru, then use the free gallery bus. It starts at 6:30, runs roughly every 30 minutes and the final bus to the course leaves at 12:00 every day. Return buses begin at 12:00 and continue until after competition and events.
Free official parking opens at 7:00, with about 500 weekday and 1,500 weekend spaces. Some lots require a shuttle. Capacity is limited, so public transport is recommended; anyone drinking at the venue must not drive.
What to bring and golf etiquette
August heat, limited shade and sloping grass make comfortable shoes, a hat, water bottle, towel, sunscreen and light rainwear essential. Stop talking and moving when a player addresses the ball, remain outside the ropes and follow marshal instructions. Check same-day weather, play delays and event changes before departure.
- Use silent camera settings and avoid filming at disruptive moments
- Schedule shaded breaks instead of following one group all day
- Follow evacuation instructions immediately during thunderstorms
