Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Minakami Kogen Golf Links

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Total Programs

15 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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Shirakaba Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shirakaba, 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 28%Distance Control 24%Precision 19%Aim 15%Dispersion 11%

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

10.5

Minimum HCP

30.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Shirakaba

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, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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

Driver | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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.

Short Game26 min

Pitch| Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Shirakaba.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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yoyaku@minakamikogen200.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

Minakamikogen, Minakami

Course Description

Minakami Kogen Resort operates a premier golf destination in Gunma, Japan, featuring the Waterfall highland resort and its two flagship courses, Sky and Forest. The facility emphasizes day-trip golf from the Tokyo metropolitan area and upscale resort experiences by offering lodging, restaurant, and event facilities within a large natural setting. Located in Minakami, the resort combines substantial course design with seasonal scenery to attract both casual golfers and more serious players seeking a resort-style experience.

golf course • golf resort • minakami • gunma prefecture • sky course • forest course • day trip golf • resort lodging • outdoor dining • rambling greens • carts allowed • early morning starts • seasonal golf • family golf • golf camps • group golf • tournament hosting • day‑trip golf • mountain resort • seasonal scenery • onsite restaurant • event facilities • recreation

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Arnold Palmer

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shirakaba

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 Every 9 Foot Putt

Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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Sink More Putts Accurately

Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Keep Par Safe

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills

Aim37%

Scoring19%

Alignment13%

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Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Thread the needle, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Aim22%

Distance Control15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Shirakaba

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Shirakaba. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Week 2≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink More Putts Accurately

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Get Square for Success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass

Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Stop Every Shot Within 2 Feet

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control28%

Visualization21%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills

Distance Control25%

Precision17%

Dispersion16%

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Get Square for Success

Check setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Alignment30%

Distance Control27%

Precision12%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring20%

Precision17%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy19%

Aim13%

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Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control35%

Visualization22%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Shirakaba

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 Shirakaba

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

How difficult is Shirakaba for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Shirakaba 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 Shirakaba?

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 Shirakaba?

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 Shirakaba and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Shirakaba 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 Shirakaba 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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