Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ikaho Golf Club - Okazakijo Course

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Azuma-Eboshi Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Azuma-Eboshi, 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

Scoring 29%Precision 22%Distance Control 20%Aim 15%Dispersion 12%

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.

17.4

Average HCP

9.2

Minimum HCP

36.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Azuma-Eboshi

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 | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Azuma-Eboshi.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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okazaki@ikaho-gc.co.jp

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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

1301 Okazaki

Course Description

Ikaho Golf Club is a 27-hole golf complex in Gunma Prefecture, Japan, featuring three courses designed by Shunsuke Kato: Otowa, Azuma, and Eboshi. The courses offer a flat layout with spacious fairways and scenic views of the Joshinetsu mountains, providing a comfortable playing environment across the seasons. The club emphasizes accessibility for beginners to high-level players, with a focus on enjoying golf amid the region’s hot spring town atmosphere and cool summer mornings and evenings. Facilities include dining, lodging, and comprehensive club information for visitors and members alike.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Mountain

Architect

Shunsuke Kato

Opened

1984

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Azuma-Eboshi

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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Save Par From 6 Foot Putts

Build putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Precision27%

Aim24%

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Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Hit intended line, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills

Aim36%

Precision19%

Distance Control13%

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Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen

Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills

Dispersion34%

Precision22%

Distance Control14%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Azuma-Eboshi

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Azuma-Eboshi. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Save Par From 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 14–16≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Leave tap-ins, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min17 HCP5 drills

Precision33%

Scoring21%

Distance Control10%

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Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

Pinpoint accuracy, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Precision23%

Distance Control18%

Aim15%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring50%

Distance Control32%

Visualization18%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Check clubface, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills

Alignment29%

Accuracy20%

Distance Control20%

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Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing

Fly over bunker, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Aim29%

Precision19%

Scoring13%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP9 drills

Distance Control25%

Alignment25%

Precision20%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Azuma-Eboshi

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 Azuma-Eboshi

Get answers to common questions about playing Azuma-Eboshi and what to expect.

How difficult is Azuma-Eboshi for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Azuma-Eboshi challenges consistency. 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 Azuma-Eboshi?

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 Azuma-Eboshi?

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 Azuma-Eboshi and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Azuma-Eboshi and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Mountain 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 Azuma-Eboshi 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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