Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Japan Village Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Sasayama, Hyogo, Japan

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Total Programs

16 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 , 6 days , 7 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

East Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for East, 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 23%Aim 20%Precision 17%Accuracy 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.

16.4

Average HCP

10.6

Minimum HCP

29.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for East

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each target using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about East.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@japanvgc.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

Kondacho

Course Description

Japan Village Golf Club is a 27-hole golf course located in Sasayama, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. The course, praised for its expansive terrain and natural beauty, was designed by renowned designer Kobayashi Yukichi to challenge players and stimulate a high level of play. The facility offers various amenities and access via the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway, providing convenient travel for visitors from nearby regions. The club maintains an online presence with course information, news updates, and reservation options for both members and guests.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Kobayashi Yukichi

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for East

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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Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim36%

Stroke17%

Scoring14%

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Focus On Pace And Line

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Save Par with Clutch Chip

Turn into birdies, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills

Scoring31%

Aim19%

Distance Control16%

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Save Par From Fringe

Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Accuracy17%

Scoring16%

Aim15%

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11 Week Flagship Program for East

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for East. 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≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Save Par with Clutch Chip

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 4≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop Missing Short Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Get close to pin, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min24 HCP7 drills

Precision30%

Scoring22%

Mechanics13%

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Maximize Driver Distance

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Stop Missing Short Putts

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Accuracy33%

Distance Control27%

Alignment20%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Accuracy37%

Distance Control22%

Alignment18%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills

Distance Control39%

Aim22%

Dispersion14%

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Feel the distance: control wedge rollout

Consistent wedge length, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control44%

Scoring28%

Trajectory12%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring25%

Dispersion18%

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Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?

Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Get close to pin, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min21 HCP5 drills

Precision37%

Scoring15%

Distance Control10%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Prepare for Tournaments at East

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about East

Get answers to common questions about playing East and what to expect.

How difficult is East for mid-handicap golfers?

East is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at East?

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 East?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is East and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is East and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 East 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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