Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Nippon Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Iruma, Saitama, Japan

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Total Programs

14 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

Nippon Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Nippon, 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

Precision 25%Scoring 21%Distance Control 21%Aim 18%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.

22.8

Average HCP

12.6

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Nippon

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]

Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

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

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Nippon.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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ncc-i@nipponcc.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

138 Ooya, Ogose

Course Description

Nippon Country Club is a golf facility located in Saitama, Japan, offering a high-memorable course designed to satisfy players of all levels. The club provides course introductions, facility information, a restaurant, and guest and member services, with detailed guidance for reservations, calendars, and competitions. It emphasizes a welcoming environment for both members and guests, including live camera access and weather updates to assist planning. The club has a long-standing presence in the region, celebrating its history and providing ongoing golfing opportunities at its courses and events.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1970

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Nippon

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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Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Sink long putts, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-18 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control38%

Visualization37%

Dispersion13%

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Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring20%

Aim15%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Pinpoint pitches, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills

Precision31%

Distance Control27%

Aim10%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Nippon

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Nippon. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision29%

Aim20%

Mechanics18%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Up-and-down contest, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min21 HCP6 drills

Accuracy26%

Scoring23%

Aim17%

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Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

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

Short Game~26 min24 HCP6 drills

Precision37%

Dispersion17%

Distance Control15%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Alignment40%

Scoring30%

Aim30%

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Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone

Precision from tough lie, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Distance Control19%

Aim18%

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Nippon

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Nippon

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

How difficult is Nippon for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Nippon technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Nippon?

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 Nippon?

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 Nippon 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 Nippon 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 Nippon 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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