Minakawa Castle Country Club

皆川城カントリークラブ

Tochigi Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

Par

7,030

Distance

About This Course

Minakawa Castle Country Club is a scenic 18-hole golf course located just five minutes from Tochigi IC, offering easy access and a convenient shuttle bus service from Tochigi Station (weekday buses require reservation). Designed by the father-and-son duo Seizo and Hirochika Tomizawa, this hilly course stretches over 7,030 yards with a par of 72. Players can enjoy beautiful seasonal views, including cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn foliage, along with a vista of the nearby Ohirayama Nature Park, known as the "Land Matsushima." The course features well-placed bunkers around the greens, demanding thoughtful play and offering an engaging challenge for all levels. Before heading out, golfers can warm up at the spacious driving range and practice areas. Minakawa Castle Country Club is a refined, exclusive club known for its stunning scenery and enjoyable golfing experience.

Seizo Tomizawa, Hirochika Tomizawa

Designer

1973

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

7,030 yards

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Seizo Tomizawa, Hirochika Tomizawa

Location

Tochigi Prefecture

Established

1973

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥4,490

Base Weekday Price

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

¥3,537

Holiday Price

from

¥4,990

Base Holiday Price

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

¥4,264

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

305 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 more important than raw distance on this hilly 7,030‑yard course because narrow landing areas and elevation changes penalize wayward drives.

Well‑placed bunkers around many greens demand precise approach shots and favor clubbing short of trouble if you can trust your short game.

Bentgrass greens can be firm and subtly undulating, so spend extra time reading breaks and controlling putt speed.

Several holes feature noticeable elevation changes so adjust club selection for uphill and downhill shots and verify yardages on the practice range before your round.

Take advantage of the spacious practice facilities and bunker practice area to dial in greenside shots and bunker escapes before you play.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Tochigi has warm, humid summers with occasional typhoon influence and frequent rain in early summer, while springs are mild and ideal for play and autumns are cool and stable with crisp days; winters can be cold with occasional light snow at higher elevations.

Best Season to Play

Late spring (cherry blossom season) and mid to late autumn (fall foliage) are the most attractive times to play for scenery and comfortable temperatures.

Dress Code

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

Shoes Specification

Soft spikes only