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Zao Country Club

蔵王カントリークラブ

Yamagata Prefecture • Other

Holes

Par

6,336

Distance

About This Course

Zao Country Club, located in Yamagata Prefecture, is a historic 18-hole course that first opened in September 1961 as the Tohoku region's earliest full course. Designed by renowned amateur golfer Tokiyuki Miyoshi, the course blends natural hilly and forested landscapes along the southwestern foothills of Mount Zao. With its handcrafted charm and scenic setting, Zao Country Club offers a distinctive and enjoyable golfing experience. The course features a traditional Zoysia green and provides a balanced challenge suitable for a range of skill levels, making it a valued destination for golf lovers in the region.

Tokiyuki Miyoshi

Designer

1961

Established

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About This Course

Technical Specifications

Holes

Par

Distance

6,336 yards

Course Area, m²

680,000

Green Count

Green Type

Zoysia

Course Type

Other

Designer

Tokiyuki Miyoshi

Location

Yamagata Prefecture

Established

1961

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Practice Range

Practice Range Distance

160 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 course uses the natural hilly terrain so expect frequent uphill and downhill shots and adjust club selection for elevation changes.

Many holes are tree‑lined by forest, so prioritize accuracy off the tee and aim for the center of the fairway rather than heroics.

Zoysia (korai) greens can show pronounced grain and seasonal speed variation, so read putts carefully and allow for slower roll in cooler months.

Wind can be variable on exposed ridges and tends to pick up in the afternoon, so factor shifting winds into club selection and shot shape.

Play strategically into the safe side of fairways and approach areas because wooded rough and slopes can penalize errant shots heavily.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Local Weather Patterns

The foothill location brings four distinct seasons with cold, snowy winters, warm humid summers (occasionally affected by typhoons), and variable winds and morning fog in spring and autumn that can make conditions change through the day.

Best Season to Play

Late spring through early autumn (May–October) offers mild temperatures and good course conditions, with October delivering attractive autumn colors.