Build putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Omotezao Kokusai Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
South Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for South, 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 30%Distance Control 19%Precision 19%Aim 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.
13.2
Average HCP
7
Minimum HCP
29.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for South
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
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
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.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about South.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@omotezao.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
48, Funabasama, Shibata
Course Description
Omotezao International Golf Club is a renowned hillside tournament golf course located in Shibata, Miyagi Prefecture, in the Tohoku region of Japan. The 27-hole facility has hosted major tournaments including the Japan Open and has featured men’s tour events, offering a challenging layout with varied terrain and course setups. The club emphasizes a pro-level experience with emphasis on competition-ready play and pre-scheduled reservations, including online booking and guest access. It is a prominent golf destination in northeastern Japan with a rich history in professional golf events.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for South
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileUp-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control18%
Accuracy16%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
16 Week Flagship Program for South
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for South. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Save Par From 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip Through Gate for Aim
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Picture Perfect Roll
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Land it close: set up par or better every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Weeks 15–16≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Green getter: hit every mid iron to the surface
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
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Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
Visualize the line, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Aim25%
Distance Control13%
Pick line and commit, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Precision15%
Alignment14%
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Get StartedPrecision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control20%
Precision15%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
Save with mid irons, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory17%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at South
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 South
Get answers to common questions about playing South and what to expect.
How difficult is South for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, South challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at South?
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?
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 South and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is South and how should I play it?
South is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 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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