Escape successfully, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision19%
Dispersion18%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Akakura Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
74
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Akakura Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Akakura, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
Skill Distribution
Precision 29%Scoring 22%Aim 16%Trajectory 15%Mechanics 15%
Handicap Performance Insights
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
23
Average HCP
12.5
Minimum HCP
37.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Akakura
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst wedges a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Akakura.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
✓Driving Range
✓Putting Green
✓Chipping Green
✓Practice Bunker
✓Motor Cart
✓Pull Cart
✓Golf Clubs Rental
✗Club Fitting
✓Pro Shop
✓Golf Lessons
✗Caddie Hire
✓Restaurant
✓Reception Hall
✓Changing Room
✓Lockers
✗Lodging on Site
Location
Tagiri
Course Description
AKR Golf is a Japanese golf club offering a championship-style course with related facilities and hospitality services. The site provides information on course details, maps, history, facilities such as clubhouse and dining, and stays including associated lodging options, indicating a combined golf and resort experience in the Myoko Akakura region of Japan. Visitors can access reservation, dress code, and pricing information, suggesting a full-service golf destination with accommodations and events.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1963
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Akakura
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileMatch mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
13 Week Flagship Program for Akakura
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Akakura. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Match Mental Image to Result
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par From Fringe
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Pick spot and trust, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Aim32%
Dispersion20%
Precision16%
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy22%
Precision11%
Set a target, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Scoring18%
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Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment22%
Accuracy11%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Precision28%
Aim13%
Land softly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min21 HCP7 drills
Precision34%
Scoring22%
Dispersion10%
Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
Thread the gap, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP3 drills
Precision40%
Aim21%
Trajectory11%
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Akakura
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Akakura
Get answers to common questions about playing Akakura and what to expect.
How difficult is Akakura for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Akakura technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Akakura?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Akakura?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Akakura and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Akakura and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
What features make Akakura strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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