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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 #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

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

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

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 Osaka Area

Hanna Country Club

阪奈カントリークラブ

Designed by master craftsman Shunsuke Kato, this full-fledged urban championship course has hosted prestigious events such as the LPGA Osaka Women's...

Course Rating

71.5

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

6,365

Details

Greater Osaka Area

Seta Golf Course

瀬田ゴルフコース

Just 20–30 minutes from Kyoto, Seta Golf Course offers three exceptional courses of championship prestige, outstanding facilities, and an...

Course Rating

Holes/Par

54/72 × 3

Yardage

7,012 / 6,750 / 6,894

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

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

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

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

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

Iruma Country Club

入間カントリー倶楽部

A beautiful forest course that is conveniently located just within an hour from Tokyo, and has a reputation for its excellent course condition. This...

Course Rating

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

B-6,620, R-6,238, L-5,199

Details

Greater Osaka Area

Zuien C.C. Nishi-Kobe Course

隨縁カントリークラブ　西神戸コース

Perched in the western hills of Kobe, Zuien Country Club Nishi-Kobe Course combines convenience and scenery in one refined package.

Course Rating

71.2

Holes/Par

18/72

Yardage

6625

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

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 (Manna Course)

真名カントリークラブ真名コース

With 27 holes, each possessing its own distinct character and challenges, The Manna Country Club offers a fun and leisurely round amidst breathtaking...

Course Rating

72.1

Holes/Par

27/108

Yardage

B-6,6145, R-6.335, F-5,777

Details

Greater Tokyo Area