Naruo Golf Course Location Guide: How to Complete the #AfternoonTee Photo Challenge in Forza Horizon 6

Forza Horizon 6’s Japan map hides its secrets well, and Naruo Golf Course is one of the trickiest to find. Unlike other landmarks, this sprawling green isn’t marked on the map, yet it’s the key location for the Series 3 “Italian Exotics” seasonal photo challenge. Players driving the 1997 Maserati Ghibli Cup often circle the wrong corners of Minamino, wasting precious Autumn season time. This guide pinpoints the exact spot using landmarks you can’t miss, walks you through snapping the required photo, and reveals a bonus treasure car waiting on the course.

Where to Find Naruo Golf Course: Landmarks and Map Reference

Naruo Golf Course sits in the Minamino region, near the center of the Forza Horizon 6 Japan map. Because the game deliberately leaves it unlabeled, you must navigate using nearby events. The easiest reference point is the “Airfield Trail” dirt racing event. This marked race lies immediately adjacent to the golf course. Forza Horizon 6 community maps and guides from sites like nuxgameguides and Polygon agree on this location, and no official map hint exists. The consistency across sources means you can trust this landmark without hours of searching.

From Airfield Trail, drive southeast a short distance. You will see a large, flat green expanse with a cluster of buildings along the eastern side, that is the clubhouse. The grass’s vibrant shade contrasts with the surrounding forest and urban areas, making it visible even from a distance. If you are using fast travel, set a waypoint on Airfield Trail, then follow the road southeast until the course appears on your right.

For a visual demonstration, here is a video guide showing the exact route:
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Completing the #AfternoonTee Photo Challenge (Series 3, Week 2)

The #AfternoonTee challenge is part of the Series 3 Autumn season playlist, specifically Week 2 under the “Italian Exotics” category. The requirement is straightforward: drive the 1997 Maserati Ghibli Cup to Naruo Golf Course and take a photo.

Acquiring the Maserati Ghibli Cup

If you do not already own this Italian classic, you have two options. You can buy it directly from the Autoshow for a fixed price, or try the Auction House, though prices often spike during active seasonal weeks, so purchasing early is wise. The Ghibli Cup is a rare, mid-engine sports car that handles well on both road and grass, making it ideal for this challenge.

Photo Mode Steps

1. Drive the Maserati Ghibli Cup onto the golf course grass. You do not need to be on a specific hole or near the clubhouse, simply being on the course counts.
2. Open Photo Mode from the quick menu or pause screen.
3. Frame the shot so that both the car and the golf course are clearly visible. A wide angle showing the greens and the clubhouse in the background works best, but no specific angle is required.
4. Take the photo and confirm. The challenge will mark as complete.

Common Pitfalls

If the challenge does not register, ensure you are using the correct car. The prompt only triggers when driving the 1997 Maserati Ghibli Cup. Also make sure you have driven onto the grass area, not just the road beside the course. Some players report that stopping on the cart paths or parking lots does not count, getting onto the actual fairway is essential.

Bonus: The Treasure Car at Naruo Golf Course

Beyond the photo challenge, Naruo Golf Course hides one of Forza Horizon 6’s treasure cars. This is a special reward vehicle that you can claim by driving to a specific spot on the course. The exact location is directly behind the clubhouse, just past the putting green, near a large sand bunker (the bunker is shaped like a crescent). When you approach, a treasure chest icon will appear on your minimap if you have the treasure map DLC, without it, you may need to explore manually. The treasure car could be a rare classic or a powerful modern supercar, often accompanied by a substantial credit bonus. It is well worth the short detour while you are already at the course for the photo challenge.

Tips for Navigating Unmarked Locations in Forza Horizon 6

Finding Naruo Golf Course is just one example of the many hidden gems in FH6. Here are strategies to locate any unmarked point of interest:

• Use dirt racing events as anchors. Events like Airfield Trail are always labeled on the map and often sit beside hidden POIs. Scroll your cursor over dirt tracks in the Minamino region to spot adjacent green patches.
• Switch to Drone Mode. From the pause menu, enter Drone Mode to fly high above the terrain. From altitude, golf courses, parks, and stadiums appear as distinct geometric shapes. This scouting method can reveal a hidden location in seconds.
• Study the terrain map layer. The default map view shows roads and events, but switching to the terrain overlay highlights vegetation and elevation changes. Bright green patches often indicate golf courses or sports fields.
• Buy the required car early. When a seasonal challenge demands a specific vehicle, the Auction House prices can triple once the challenge goes live. Purchase the Maserati Ghibli Cup a few days before the season starts to save credits.
• Bookmark community resources. Websites and YouTube channels regularly map all hidden locations. Keep a guide open on a second screen while playing, it will pay off for future challenges.

Head to the Minamino region, tune your Ghibli Cup for a little extra grip on the grass, and claim your reward. While you are there, do not forget to grab the treasure car from behind the clubhouse. The green fairways of Naruo Golf Course await, and with this guide, you will not waste a single minute of the Autumn sun. Remember, Autumn in FH6 only lasts one week in real time, so act fast to complete the #AfternoonTee challenge before the season changes.