Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ashinoko Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Ashinoko Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ashinoko, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Ashinoko
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Backswing
Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ashinoko.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
front@ashinokocc.com
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Facilities
Location
4780 Minamiharasuga
Course Description
Ashinoko Country Club is a premier golf facility located in Mishima, Shizuoka, Japan, within the Fuji-Hakone National Park region. The club offers a championship golf course set against panoramic views of Mount Fuji and the surrounding landscape, with facilities including a club house and online reservation options. It serves both members and visitors with open competitions and lesson programs, highlighting a traditional Japanese golf experience in a scenic, mountainous setting.
golf course • championship course • mount fuji views • fuji-hakone national park • shizuoka prefecture • mishima city • golf membership • lesson pro • open competitions • club house • online booking • pamorama views • japanese golf • hakone area
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Sato Giichi
Opened
1960
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ashinoko
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
16 Week Flagship Program for Ashinoko
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ashinoko. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Land 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedShape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Ashinoko
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 Ashinoko
Get answers to common questions about playing Ashinoko and what to expect.
How difficult is Ashinoko for mid-handicap golfers?
Ashinoko presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ashinoko?
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 Ashinoko?
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 Ashinoko and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Ashinoko and how should I play it?
Ashinoko is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Ashinoko 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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