Hourai Country Club

ホウライカントリー倶楽部

Tochigi Prefecture • Forest

Holes

Par

6,821

Distance

About This Course

Hourai Country Club is a renowned 18-hole golf course located at the foothills of the Nasu mountain range in Tochigi Prefecture. Designed by the acclaimed course architect Robert Bon Heggie, known as the "magician of light and shadow," the course features a strategic layout with ponds, gentle hills, and pine forests. It has hosted the Japan Golf Tour Championship three times and offers a fair challenge for players of all levels. The course is fully covered with bentgrass fairways, providing a smooth and refreshing golfing experience amid beautiful seasonal scenery. Nearby sister course and local hot springs add to a relaxing golf getaway.

Robert Bon Heggie

Designer

1990

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,821 yards

Course Area, m²

1,450,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Forest

Designer

Robert Bon Heggie

Location

Tochigi Prefecture

Established

1990

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥8,900

Base Weekday Price

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

¥7,319

Holiday Price

from

¥12,000

Base Holiday Price

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

¥10,137

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

300 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

Accuracy off the tee is rewarded on this Robert Bon Heggie layout where narrower landing areas and strategically placed hazards demand smart tee shots.

Many holes feature ponds and small hills, so play conservative on risk‑reward shots to avoid water and difficult recovery lies.

Bentgrass greens are generally smooth and can be firm and quick, so prioritize pace control and carefully read subtle breaks.

Wind at the foothills can be shifty—check the flag and nearby tree movement before choosing club and target.

Allow for elevation changes when selecting clubs, taking extra club for uphill approaches and dialing back on downhill shots to avoid running through greens.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Located at the foothills of the Nasu range, expect cool mornings, moderate summer temperatures, cold winters with occasional snow, and occasionally shifty winds and morning fog in shoulder seasons.

Best Season to Play

Late spring through autumn (May–October) offers the most comfortable conditions and the best scenery, with autumn foliage being especially attractive; winters can be cold with possible snow.