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Nick Voke Interview

This week, the boys catch up with Nick Voke at the International Series Japan for a laid-back but insightful conversation. From his journey in professional golf to his experiences in Japan, Nick shares his perspective on the evolving game — including the rise of YouTube golf and the growing

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Golf In Japan Podcast Episode #28

by Podcast Team

An experimental episode with KC, Damon, and Ryan, filming the podcast in Golf In Japan HQ in downtown Tokyo! The Prefecture of the Week is Akita, famous for Hachiko the faithful hound, and we check out the tour news; the highlight of which is Pro Joe picking up Rubbish and LIV players out in force at the Dunhill Links.

Watch this episode on the Golf In Japan Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eicgG627Pgk&t=273s

Today's Podcast is in association with Titleist:
https://golf-in-japan.com/titleist-fitting-experience

Featured: Akita prefecture:
https://golf-in-japan.com/courses/akita

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Partner Courses

Browse our featured courses renowned for their hospitality!

Greater Tokyo Area

Nasu Kasumigajo Hotel & Golf Resort

那須霞ヶ城ゴルフ&ホテルリゾート

Hotel & Resort Nasu Kasumigajo Golf Club is an 18-hole, 7,010-yard par-72 championship course set against the natural beauty of the Nasu Forests...

Course Rating

72.4

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

7,010

Details

Greater Tokyo Area

Hayama Kokusai Country Club

葉山国際カンツリー倶楽部

Hayama Kokusai Country Club, established in 1963 in scenic Hayama, Kanagawa Prefecture, is a premier 36-hole facility featuring two distinct courses...

Course Rating

70.6

Holes/Par

36/143

Yardage

B-6,609, R-6,313, F-5,609

Details

Greater Tokyo Area

Manna Country Club (Gary Player Course)

真名カントリークラブゲーリー・プレーヤーコース

The Manna Country Club Gary Player Course is a testament to the legendary golfer's passion for the game, and stands as a unique golfing gem in Japan's...

Course Rating

73.2

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

B-7,197, R-6,558, F-5,442

Details

Chubu

Narusawa Golf Club

鳴沢ゴルフ倶楽部

Mt. Fuji's best views are from Narusawa Golf Club, a highly regarded Japanese forest golf course located at the foothills of Mt. Fuji in Yamanashi...

Course Rating

72.4

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

C-7,0017, B-6,892, R-6,301, L-5,455

Details

Chubu

Fuji Classic

富士クラシック

IMPORTANT: Closed From 13th Jan 2026 ~ 15th Mar 2026. Fuji Classic is a world-class, 18-hole masterpiece designed by renowned architect Desmond...

Course Rating

72.0

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

B-7,171, R-6,279, L-5,542

Details

Greater Tokyo Area

Kamakura Country Club

鎌倉カントリークラブ

Kamakura Country Club is a classic hilltop members’ course overlooking Yokohama, known for scenic elevation changes, refined facilities, and a calm...

Course Rating

69.6

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

6,107

Details

Greater Tokyo Area

Kamakura Public Golf Course

鎌倉パブリックゴルフ場

Kamakura Public Golf is a lively, welcoming public course on a gentle ridge above Kamakura. Opened in 1973 and recently active with events and junior...

Course Rating

Holes/Par

18/70

Yardage

5,327

Details

Hokkaido

Hanazono Golf

ハナゾノゴルフ

Set in a stunning natural setting with outstanding water features, a cool and comfortable scenic course to enjoy playing at-altitude.

Course Rating

72.2

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

7016

Details

Chubu

Tomei Fuji Country Club

東名富士カントリークラブ

Tomei Fuji is an 18-hole, par-72 hill course with notable elevation changes and strategic green complexes — the greens can be fast and require good...

Course Rating

70.8 (Bent)

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

Back: 6,679, Reg: 6,280

Details

Greater Osaka Area

Kansai Country Club

関西カントリークラブ

Less than an hour from Osaka and Kyoto, this flat course nestled atop a plateau-like hill boasts minimal elevation changes, while offering a serene...

Course Rating

71.5

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

6,610

Details

Chubu

Dai-Atami Kokusai Golf Club

大熱海国際ゴルフクラブ

An esteemed golf course nestled in the Izu area, the course was built in 1961, and is perched atop a hill 450 meters above sea level, offering...

Course Rating

Holes/Par

36/144

Yardage

B-6,803, R-6,478, L-5,490

Details

Chubu

Eau Sol Vert Karuizawa Club

オーソルヴェール軽井沢倶楽部

Just a short journey from Tokyo, Eau Sol Vert Karuizawa Club offers cool-climate mountain golf, scenic Mount Asama views, and beautifully maintained...

Course Rating

71.8

Holes/Par

18/72

Details

Greater Tokyo Area

Spa & Golf Resort Kuji

スパ＆ゴルフリゾート久慈

At Spa & Golf Resort Kuji, where the art of golf meets the tranquility of a spa retreat. A wonderfully crafted 18-hole course embodies strategic...

Course Rating

71.8

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

B-6,732, R-6,256, L-5,734

Details

Greater Tokyo Area

Kanagawa Country Club

神奈川カントリークラブ

Designed in 1968, Kanagawa C.C. is one of the older courses in the Kanagawa area. Known for its tricky layout, a golfer will need a a variety of shots...

Course Rating

68.3

Holes/Par

27/108

Yardage

R-5,693 (east and South)

Details

Chugoku

Setouchi Golf Resort

瀬戸内ゴルフリゾート

Setouchi Golf Resort stands as one of Japan's premier resort courses, gracing a prime hillside location overlooking the picturesque Seto Inland Sea...

Course Rating

73.4

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

6,253

Details

Greater Tokyo Area