The Country Club (Shiga Prefecture)

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Shiga Prefecture • Hilly

Holes

Par

6,952

Distance

About This Course

The Country Club in Shiga Prefecture is an 18-hole course known for its stunning natural beauty and strategic design by renowned architect Robert Trent Jones Jr. Nestled in a spacious setting, the course features expansive greens, distinctive white bunkers, and scenic water hazards that create a picturesque yet challenging golfing experience. The elegant clubhouse offers relaxing views of key holes, adding to the tranquil atmosphere. With each hole offering a unique landscape and layout, players can enjoy discovering new challenges every round. This course provides a refined and memorable experience for golf lovers seeking both beauty and strategy.

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Designer

1995

Established

About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,952 yards

Course Area, m²

1,460,000

Green Count

Green Type

Bentgrass

Course Type

Hilly

Designer

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Location

Shiga Prefecture

Established

1995

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

This long, hilly 6952-yard layout rewards accuracy off the tee more than pure distance, so favor controlled tee shots over max power.

Large white bunkers and expansive water hazards guard many landing areas and approach shots, so plan conservative routes to avoid big numbers.

Bentgrass greens demand precise distance control and a delicate short game around the hole, so prioritize well-placed approaches and lag putts.

Holes near the clubhouse, notably the 9th and 18th, offer elevated views and can be wind-exposed, so check wind direction and club selection on each tee.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

Shiga's inland Kansai climate brings hot, humid summers with a rainy season and possible typhoons in late summer, mild springs and crisp autumns ideal for golf, and cool winters with occasional light snow at higher elevations.

Best Season to Play

Best played in spring (April–May) and autumn (October–November) when temperatures are mild and course conditions are most pleasant; avoid the rainy season and peak summer heat.