Hira Golf Club

比良ゴルフ倶楽部

Shiga Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

Par

6,855

Distance

About This Course

Hira Golf Club, located in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, offers a beautiful 18-hole, par 72 course that takes full advantage of the scenic surroundings by Lake Biwa and the Hira mountain range. The course features a mostly flat layout with distinctive elements like water hazards, valleys, and doglegs, providing an engaging challenge for golfers of all levels. Known for its well-maintained bentgrass greens and fairways, Hira Golf Club suits both advanced players and those seeking a refined golfing experience. Convenient access from Kyoto East Interchange makes it an attractive destination for visitors in the Kansai region.

Tada Kensetsu

Designer

1989

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,855 yards

Course Area, m²

980,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Tada Kensetsu

Location

Shiga Prefecture

Established

1989

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥5,100

Base Weekday Price

Base price without additional services like cart rental, caddie fees, or facility charges

¥4,110

Holiday Price

from

¥6,700

Base Holiday Price

Base price without additional services like cart rental, caddie fees, or facility charges

¥5,564

Prices shown are starting prices and may include additional fees. Prices may vary by season and availability.

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Practice Range

Practice Range Distance

220 yards

Practice Stalls

You can practice at this course! Take advantage of the practice range to warm up before your round or work on your skills.

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Playing Tips

Although the course is largely flat, ponds, valleys and doglegs demand accuracy off the tee rather than pure distance to avoid penalties.

Lake Biwa can create noticeable crosswinds on exposed holes, so factor wind direction and strength into your club selection and aim.

Well‑maintained bentgrass greens run true and can be moderately fast, so focus on approach speed control and hitting the proper side of the green.

Many holes feature water or well‑guarded greens, so play conservatively and lay up when the risk of attacking the pin is high.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

The Lake Biwa area has humid summers with a rainy season in June and occasional typhoon activity in late summer, while spring and autumn are generally mild and clear and winters are cool lakeside with occasional cold snaps.

Best Season to Play

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most comfortable temperatures and clear views of Lake Biwa and the Hira mountains, avoiding the rainy season and summer heat.

Dress Code

During play, please refrain from wearing clothing not sold as golf (sports) wear, such as T-shirts and jeans. During play, please wear soft spikes or spikeless golf shoes. During play, wearing a hat is recommended for safety and heatstroke prevention.

Shoes Specification

Soft spikes recommended