Shobara Country Club

庄原カントリークラブ

Hiroshima Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

Par

7,020

Distance

About This Course

Shobara Country Club is an elegant 18-hole championship course nestled in gently rolling hills in Hiroshima Prefecture. Designed by renowned architect Shoichi Suzuki in collaboration with Adachi Construction, it offers a thoughtfully crafted layout rich in variety and strategic challenge. The course features meticulously shaped greens and well-placed hazards that test golfers’ skills without being overwhelming. Notable highlights include the memorable 7th and 8th holes known as the “Amen Corner” of Shobara, and scenic signature holes that showcase stunning views of the Chugoku Mountains. Soft spikes are recommended to enjoy this high-quality course.

Shoichi Suzuki

Designer

1975

Established

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About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

7,020 yards

Course Area, m²

890,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Shoichi Suzuki

Location

Hiroshima Prefecture

Established

1975

Pricing

Weekday Price

from

¥7,380

Base Weekday Price

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

¥6,060

Holiday Price

from

¥13,780

Base Holiday Price

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

¥11,878

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

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Course Ratings

Community ratings and reviews for this golf course

Difficulty

3 out of 5

Fairway Width

2 out of 5

Green Difficulty

3 out of 5

Length

2 out of 5

Value

4 out of 5

Maintenance

5 out of 5

Hospitality

5 out of 5

Facilities

4 out of 5

Food

3 out of 5

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.

Playing Tips

The hilly layout rewards precise club selection—adjust for uphill and downhill lies rather than simply hitting the number you normally would.

The 7th and 8th “Amen Corner” demand accurate iron play and sound course management, as missed approaches often lead to difficult recovery shots.

Fairways are relatively narrow so prioritize accuracy off the tee over pure distance to avoid tricky lies and penalties.

Greens are bentgrass and well maintained with subtle undulations, so focus on speed control and reading breaks carefully while allowing for variable winds on exposed holes.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Located in the Chugoku hills, Shobara experiences hot, humid summers with a June rainy season, cool winters with occasional snow at higher elevations, frequent morning fog in transitional seasons, and variable winds that strengthen on exposed ridges.

Best Season to Play

Late spring (April–May) and autumn (October–November) offer the most pleasant temperatures and the clearest mountain views; avoid the June rainy season and the high-heat/typhoon risk of midsummer.