Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Kitanomori Country Club
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Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
60
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Kitanomori Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kitanomori, 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 18%Precision 18%Accuracy 13%
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.
12.3
Average HCP
6.7
Minimum HCP
25.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Kitanomori
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Kitanomori.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@kitanomori-cc.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
4402 Nakajima
Course Description
Kitanomori Country Club is a valley-side golf facility located in Hokuto, Yamanashi, Japan. The club features a panoramic, high-altitude course nestled at about 750 meters with views of the surrounding mountains and a relatively flat profile for a challenging yet accessible round. It offers a complete hospitality experience including an on-site hotel, restaurant, and well-equipped facilities, with information and reservations available through its website and the affiliated booking portal. The club emphasizes a year-round golf experience amid the natural scenery of the Yatsugatake foothills and surrounding countryside.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Nakamura Yukitada
Opened
1987
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Kitanomori
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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% match to course practice profileFinish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Chip from tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Precision21%
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Get StartedMatch clubface, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills
Alignment34%
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
13 Week Flagship Program for Kitanomori
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kitanomori. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 7≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Land 2–3 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feel the distance: control mid iron rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Can you avoid the fringe from 140-180 yards?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
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Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Aim15%
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy21%
Scoring15%
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Save par consistently, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP3 drills
Scoring44%
Dispersion15%
Distance Control12%
Control mid iron rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP4 drills
Distance Control40%
Scoring24%
Trajectory21%
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Kitanomori
Get answers to common questions about playing Kitanomori and what to expect.
How difficult is Kitanomori for mid-handicap golfers?
Kitanomori is regarded as a strategically complex layout. 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 Kitanomori?
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 Kitanomori?
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 Kitanomori and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Kitanomori 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 Kitanomori 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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