Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Numazu Kokusai Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
79
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Hakone Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hakone, 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 27%Aim 20%Distance Control 20%Scoring 16%Dispersion 14%
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.
19.1
Average HCP
12
Minimum HCP
36.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Hakone
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
Pitch | Parallel 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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Straight Shot
Produce straight shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hakone.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
nkcc@mail.wbs.ne.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
441-334 Ashitaka
Course Description
Numazu Kokusai Country Club is a 27-hole hillside golf resort in Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. The course features fifth-generation creeping bentgrass greens known as the 777, offering challenging play and scenic views of Suruga Bay and the surrounding mountains. The facility includes an on-site restaurant operated by Sapporo Ginza Lion, a clubhouse, and guest services, with multiple online reservation options through partner portals. It emphasizes both golf performance and a picturesque, coastal setting accessible from major highways and JR lines.
fifth-generation creeping bentgrass • 777 greens • 27-hole golf course • hillside golf course • suruga bay view • numazu golf club • on-site restaurant • golf course access • 27-hole • creeping bentgrass • suruga bay views • clubhouse restaurant • golf reservations • golf resort • golf course maintenance • numazu shizuoka • golf
Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hakone
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profilePinpoint pitches, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control22%
Aim20%
Set sights, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision37%
Aim32%
Dispersion28%
Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
12 Week Flagship Program for Hakone
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hakone. 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.
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 · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Can you hit your intended line from any lie?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
Save par clutch, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Scoring29%
Aim23%
Alignment18%
Pinpoint chips, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision25%
Alignment15%
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Precision25%
Aim20%
Dispersion17%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Aim21%
Scoring15%
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Get StartedStop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Dispersion17%
Precision14%
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory23%
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Precision17%
Distance Control17%
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Hakone
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 Hakone
Get answers to common questions about playing Hakone and what to expect.
How difficult is Hakone for mid-handicap golfers?
Hakone 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 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hakone?
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 Hakone?
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 Hakone and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Hakone 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 Hakone 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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