Oninojo Golf Club

鬼ノ城ゴルフ倶楽部

Okayama Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

Par

6,964

Distance

About This Course

Oninojo Golf Club, located in Soja, Okayama, is a distinguished 18-hole course designed by renowned architect Robert Trent Jones Jr. Ranked 19th in the 2002 Japan Best 100 Golf courses, it offers a challenging par 72 layout spanning nearly 7,000 yards. The course has hosted numerous men's and women's regular tournaments, highlighting its reputation in western Japan. Known for its rolling terrain and bentgrass greens, Oninojo Golf Club focuses on creating an enjoyable atmosphere where all golfers can feel welcomed. The club emphasizes quality service and a comfortable environment, making it a popular choice in the Chugoku region.

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Designer

1992

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,964 yards

Course Area, m²

1,650,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Location

Okayama Prefecture

Established

1992

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

The nearly 7,000-yard, hilly layout rewards accurate tee shots and course management more than raw distance, so prioritize position over power off the tee.

Bentgrass greens tend to be firm and quick, so focus on landing your approach shots below the hole and keeping putts along the grain.

Elevation changes are frequent across holes, so adjust club selection for uphill and downhill lies since yardage can play significantly different from the card.

Wind can pick up on exposed ridges and higher tees, so check conditions and plan conservatively on exposed approach shots.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Okayama Prefecture is relatively dry and sunny compared with much of Japan, with hot, humid summers, a rainy season in June–July, mild winters with little snow at low elevations, and occasional typhoon influence in late summer and early autumn.

Best Season to Play

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most comfortable temperatures and stable course conditions, with firm, receptive greens and less summer humidity.