Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Kansai Karuizawa Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
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
South/North Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for South/North, 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 34%Distance Control 20%Precision 19%Accuracy 13%Trajectory 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.
17.1
Average HCP
11
Minimum HCP
30.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for South/North
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using mid 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
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about South/North.
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
Sugio
Course Description
Kansai Karuizawa Golf Club is a golf facility in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, offering 36 holes across four courses—East, West, South, and North—set in a scenic mountain area near Inagawa. The club provides various playing plans including meal-inclusive and straight-through rounds, with facilities such as a clubhouse and guest services aimed at both members and visitors. It emphasizes traditional golf values and a respectful, sportsmanlike approach to the game, while supplying practical access information and reservation options. The site showcases course details, driving directions, and news about amenities such as GPS navigation introduced for easier play across all courses.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for South/North
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileRoll to tap-in range, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy28%
Green Reading10%
Save par on approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control45%
Accuracy13%
Dispersion13%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
11 Week Flagship Program for South/North
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for South/North. 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
Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land 3–4 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Hit the fairway with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Aim15%
Trajectory14%
Work together for contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring34%
Alignment28%
Aim18%
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring42%
Distance Control28%
Visualization17%
See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
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Get StartedLand softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Precision31%
Scoring22%
Dispersion15%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Alignment36%
Aim32%
Scoring32%
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Trajectory21%
Aim20%
Hit greens with mid irons, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP4 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring23%
Accuracy20%
Fade or draw woods, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP4 drills
Trajectory26%
Mechanics23%
Distance Control14%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion17%
Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Distance Control13%
Control mid iron rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min12 HCP7 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring21%
Trajectory14%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about South/North
Get answers to common questions about playing South/North and what to expect.
How difficult is South/North for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find South/North 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 South/North?
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 South/North?
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 South/North and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is South/North 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 South/North 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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