Hitachi no Kuni Kenrakuen

ひたちの圀の健楽園

Ibaraki Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

Par

3,057

Distance

About This Course

Hitachi no Kuni Kenrakuen is a charming 9-hole hill course located in Hitachiomiya, Ibaraki. Designed to preserve about 70% of its natural greenery, it features two greens and two tees, offering a full-round experience despite its size. The course is mostly flat but includes strategic elements like valleys, with notable holes such as the 13th, where the second shot crosses a valley. Golfers can practice their short game at the dedicated approach area before or after play. After your round, relax and unwind at the on-site Azalea Hot Spring, a perfect way to soothe tired muscles.

Hiroshi Umezawa

Designer

1993

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

3,057 yards

Course Area, m²

450,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Hiroshi Umezawa

Location

Ibaraki Prefecture

Established

1993

Practice Range

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 it is a 9‑hole course, the two greens and two tees make it play like a full round, so plan club selection as if playing 18 holes.

Be mindful of valley carries—notably the hole described like the 13th requires a precise second shot over a valley, so favour controlled clubbing over power.

Greens are bentgrass and generally receptive, so prioritize hitting the correct putting surface and be alert for subtle breaks.

The layout is mostly flat but strategically places valleys and tree lines, so accuracy from the tee and solid short‑game shots will save strokes more than pure distance.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Ibaraki experiences hot, humid summers with occasional afternoon thunderstorms, mild and changeable springs and autumns, and cool, relatively dry winters, so expect variable breezes and check forecasts before play.

Best Season to Play

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–November) offer mild temperatures and pleasant foliage, making them the most comfortable times to play.