Murasaki Country Club Sumire Course

紫カントリークラブ　すみれコース

Chiba Prefecture • Forest

Holes

Par

7,180

Distance

About This Course

Murasaki Country Club Sumire Course in Chiba is a prestigious membership course known for hosting the 2020 Japan Open Golf Championship. The course features a flat and wide layout with gentle undulations and majestic pine trees that create an elegant, distinctly Japanese atmosphere. The clubhouse offers a refined and relaxing environment with stylish brown-toned interiors, comfortable furnishings, and tasteful lighting, resembling a tranquil resort. Designed by Hidenari Kobayashi, this 18-hole, par-72 forest course covers a spacious area and recommends soft spikes for play, making it a sophisticated choice for golfers seeking a graceful and peaceful golfing experience.

Hidenari Kobayashi

Designer

1961

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

7,180 yards

Course Area, m²

750,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Forest

Designer

Hidenari Kobayashi

Location

Chiba Prefecture

Established

1961

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Practice Range

Practice Range Distance

250 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

At 7,180 yards and par 72 the course rewards length—long and straight tee shots significantly shorten approach distances.

Wide, gently undulating fairways encourage smart course management, so play for position rather than always attacking the flag.

Mature pine trees line many holes and can block recovery shots, so favor accuracy off the tee to avoid awkward lies.

Bentgrass greens were prepared for championship play in 2020, so expect true but potentially quick surfaces and be conservative with pace and line on putts.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Noda in Chiba has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and occasional afternoon thunderstorms, mild winters with little snow, and generally stable spring and autumn; winds are often light inland but can strengthen on exposed holes in cooler months.

Best Season to Play

Late spring (April–May) and autumn (October–November) are the best times to play, offering moderate temperatures, lower humidity, and generally firm, pleasant course conditions.

Dress Code

T-shirts, jumpers, jeans, tennis shorts, and sweatshirts are not allowed. Regarding shoes, sandals, beach sandals, sneakers, etc. are prohibited upon entry.

Shoes Specification

Soft spikes recommended