Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hayama Kokusai Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
68
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Hayama Kokusai Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hayama Kokusai, 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
Distance Control 25%Scoring 25%Precision 17%Accuracy 16%Trajectory 14%
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.
17.6
Average HCP
10.9
Minimum HCP
32.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Hayama Kokusai
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit 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 irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hayama Kokusai.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
yoyaku@hayama-kokusai-cc.com
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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
1043-1 Kikoba
Course Description
Hayama Kokusai Country Club is a premier 36-hole golf complex located in Hayama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, offering two distinct courses with scenic views of Tokyo Bay, the Izu Peninsula, and the surrounding mountains. The Diamonds Course and Emerald Course were designed by notable architects and provide a mix of challenging layouts for competitive play and resort-style golf, set on the hills of Shonan Hayama. The club features a European-inspired restaurant, a variety of facilities, and guest services including guest and member access, with a focus on high-end golfing experiences close to Tokyo.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1963
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hayama Kokusai
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy36%
Alignment20%
Scoring19%
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control23%
Scoring12%
11 Week Flagship Program for Hayama Kokusai
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hayama Kokusai. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Mixed
Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch it close: accuracy from 20 yards and in
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory18%
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Precision27%
Aim27%
Vary landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment23%
Accuracy13%
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control33%
Visualization19%
Feel the distance, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy27%
Alignment20%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
Set up par or better, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP8 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control20%
Trajectory18%
Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Hayama Kokusai
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 Hayama Kokusai
Get answers to common questions about playing Hayama Kokusai and what to expect.
How difficult is Hayama Kokusai for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Hayama Kokusai technically exacting. 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 Hayama Kokusai?
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 Hayama Kokusai?
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 Hayama Kokusai 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 Hayama Kokusai and how should I play it?
Hayama Kokusai 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 Hayama Kokusai 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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