Course Information | 2 hours from central Tokyo, 30 minutes to Horai & Nishinasuno and 1
hour from the world heritage Nikko. Laid on a gently rolling hill of Southern Nasu Highlands.Designed by Japanese architects, Tadashi Sasaki and Susumu Miyazaki under the supervision of legendary Gene Sarazen. As you may know, Sarazen is an inventor of sand wedge, and of course, there are many various bunkers on this course. Fairways are spacious and long, and many small and big ponds serve as hazards as well as bunkers. This course had played host to unique proffesional tournament called Gene Sarazen Jun Classic which commemorates Sarazen for 23 years untill his death in 1999. This course is ranked within Japan's top 50 golf courses. |
Driving Time | 2 hours from central Tokyo 30 minutes from Shiobara Onsen (popular hot spa resort) 1 hour from Nikko (famous for the world heritage Toshogu Shrine) |
Recommended Places of Stay | Shiobara Onsen (there are many spa-hotels) Nikko Western style hotels are available in Shiobara Onsen and Nikko. Western style lodge on site (12 rooms) |
Yardage (yard) | Back: 6752 Par:73 Rate:72.7 Reg.: 6297 Par:73 |
Organization | Public |
Open | 1975 |
Architect | Tadashi Sasaki and Susumu Miyazaki Gene Sarazen(supervision) |
Annual Closure | No. |
Weekly Closure | Tuesdays |
Play Style | Cart with a caddy |
Days of Play | Any day |
Recommended Days | Any day |
Handicaps | Not required |
Rental Clubs | Available-Free of charge |
Facilities | Golf Shop, Restaurant, Practice Range,Lodge (12 rooms) |
Rate (Visitors) | WD: JYE17,000 WE&HOLIDAYS: JYE24,000 |
Credit Card | VISA, MASTER, DINERS, AMEX |
Proffwsional Tournament | Gene Sarazen Jun Classic (1977-1999) |
Other Information |
Official Member of Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) |
Member of International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) |