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Spring swings and random Rory wins The Players (and steals an iPhone in the process!)

With KC away in Osaka, the boys kick off the show with some classic Irish jokes before diving into why our Golf Partner service is a game-changer for solo travelers. As cherry blossoms bloom and the weather warms up, they take a few swings at Rory for his latest mishap at The Players. Plus, Joe

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Golf In Japan Podcast Episode #7

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KC, Damon, and Pro Joe are back after a small hiatus, and get stuck into this week's prefecture; Wakayama. Some insight into Tokyo's elite courses and the unique and highly requested Wakasu Golf Links. Tour news from around the world featuring wins for Nelly Korda and Peter Molinati, and for the crew's golf games, snow hinders them yet again in Japan, but good weather and Formula E have the boys looking forward to the weekend.

Wakayama Courses: https://golf-in-japan.com/courses/wakayama
Mie and Wakayama Travel article: https://golf-in-japan.com/news-events/japan-travel/playing-golf-mie-combine-it-trip-nearby-wakayama

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Greater Tokyo Area

Murasakizuka G.C.

紫塚ゴルフ倶楽部

This is a golf resort for the Golfer who likes to combine good food, relaxing and luxurious facilities with fantastic golf. 27 holes, onsen, Hotel...

Course Rating

71.8

Holes/Par

27/108

Details

Greater Tokyo Area

Kisarazu Higashi Country Club

木更津東カントリークラブ

Nestled in Kimitsu City, Chiba Prefecture, just 1 hour from central Tokyo, this exceptional course is relatively straight and flat on most holes...

Course Rating

71.7

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

B-6,728, R-6,245, F-5,310

Details

Greater Tokyo Area

Tsutsujigaoka Country Club

つつじヶ丘カントリー倶楽部

Tsutsujigaoka Country Club is an 18-hole, 6,670-yard par-72 offering an interesting challenge for all levels of golfer. The course layout is quite...

Course Rating

72.5

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

6,670

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

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

Greater Tokyo Area

Kanagawa C.C.

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

Kasama Forest G.C.

かさまフォレストゴルフクラブ

2 minutes from the nearest Interchange exit, Kasama Forest is a beautiful parkland course with gently rolling hills and hemmed by densely forested...

Course Rating

72.2

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

B-7,008 / R-5,808

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

Greater Osaka Area

Arita Resol Golf Club

有田リソルゴルフクラブ

Embark on an exhilarating journey at this 18-hole championship course, stretching an impressive 7,086 yards. Designed to offer both challenge and...

Course Rating

73.1

Holes/Par

18/72

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

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

Kita-Musashi Country Club

北武蔵カントリークラブ

Located just a 60-minute drive from Tokyo city center, and a mere 15 minutes from the Kanetsu Expressway Honjo Kodama IC, this magnificent 18-hole...

Course Rating

70.6

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

B-6,608, R-6,237

Details

Kyushu

Karatsu Golf Club

唐津ゴルフ倶楽部

Course Rating

72.3

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

6,710

Details

Greater Tokyo Area

Mashiko Country Club

益子カントリー倶楽部

Nestled within hilly terrain, our course offers a tranquil atmosphere with minimal elevation changes, providing a serene backdrop for your game. From...

Course Rating

70.1

Holes/Par

27/108

Yardage

Yashio: 3,320, Sagiso: 3,233, Sakura: 3,318

Details

Greater Tokyo Area