Pete Dye Golf Club VIP Course

ピートダイゴルフクラブ　ＶＩＰコース

Tochigi Prefecture • Forest

Holes

Par

6,983

Distance

About This Course

Pete Dye Golf Club VIP Course, located in Tochigi Prefecture, offers a challenging 18-hole layout designed by renowned American architect Pete Dye. Known as a tough championship course with a length of nearly 7,000 yards and a course rating of 72.6, it tests even experienced players. The course features notable holes with large ponds and an island green that stimulate competitive spirit. The clubhouse, styled in early American design, includes a dining area with course views, spacious baths, and multiple meeting rooms, along with a popular powder room for women. Conveniently accessible from Tokyo, it promises a premium golfing experience.

Pete Dye

Designer

1990

Established

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About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,983 yards

Course Area, m²

780,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Forest

Designer

Pete Dye

Location

Tochigi Prefecture

Established

1990

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥2,980

Base Weekday Price

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

¥2,164

Holiday Price

from

¥4,480

Base Holiday Price

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

¥3,528

Prices shown are starting prices and may include additional fees. Prices may vary by season and availability.

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Playing Tips

At nearly 7,000 yards with a championship setup, prioritize accuracy off the tee over sheer distance to avoid trouble from trees and tight landing areas.

Several holes feature large ponds and at least one island green so commit to club selection and favor conservative layups when the carry is uncertain.

The bentgrass greens are typically firm and can be undulating, so focus on speed control and avoid leaving long, uphill comeback putts.

Pete Dye’s routing rewards positional golf and strategic shot placement, so use fairway woods or long irons to find the preferred side of the fairway rather than always going for maximum driver distance.

Weather can be cooler and breezy in the Nikko area so check wind direction and temperature before the round and adjust club choices accordingly.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Nikko experiences distinct four seasons with warm humid summers, cool springs, vivid autumn foliage, and cold winters with occasional snow, and rounds can be affected by cool mornings and intermittent breezes.

Best Season to Play

Late spring and autumn (roughly April–June and September–November) are ideal when temperatures are comfortable and course conditions are best, while winter snow and peak summer humidity are less favorable.