Chiyokawa Short Course

千代川ショートコース

Ibaraki Prefecture • Forest

Holes

Par

1,019

Distance

About This Course

Chiyokawa Short Course is a beautifully maintained 9-hole golf course located in Shimotsuma, Ibaraki. Surrounded by vibrant flowers and managed by turf specialists, the course consistently offers excellent green conditions. Recent additions include a pond with a fountain and extra bunkers, providing an engaging challenge that emphasizes precise approach shots. Suitable for beginners and experienced players alike, this course offers an ideal setting to practice putting and short game skills. With its lovely garden-like atmosphere and strategic layout, Chiyokawa Short Course is perfect for improving your score in a relaxed environment. Soft spikes are required.

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

1,019 yards

Green Count

Green Type

Zoysia

Course Type

Forest

Location

Ibaraki Prefecture

Playing Tips

At just 1,019 yards over nine holes, prioritize accurate wedges and short irons rather than trying to hit long drives.

Well-maintained zoysia greens are receptive, so aim to land-and-stop your approaches instead of relying on rollouts.

The newly added pond and bunkers protect greens—when pins are tight, play the safe side instead of forcing risky shots.

As a forest-style, tree-lined layout, accurate tee placement is more important than distance on many holes.

Soft spikes are required; use the course as a short-game practice venue and work on delicate chips and putts around the greens.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Ibaraki (Kanto) has hot, humid summers with a rainy season (tsuyu) in June–July and occasional typhoons in late summer/early autumn; spring and autumn are milder and generally stable, while winters are cool and drier.

Best Season to Play

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most comfortable temperatures and stable course conditions, with spring also showcasing the course's flower displays.