Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shirakawa Kokusai Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Shirakawa, Fukushima, Japan

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Total Programs

11 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Nasu Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Nasu, 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%Distance Control 25%Scoring 18%Trajectory 16%Dispersion 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.

18.3

Average HCP

11.6

Minimum HCP

31.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Nasu

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

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.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Strengths Discovery

Discover strengths amongst irons a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Nasu.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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kokusai@classicgolf.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

Shimonodejima, Higashi

Course Description

Shirakawa Kokusai Country Club is a golf facility in Fukushima, offering an 18-hole layout with two courses, the Nasu and Bandai courses, characterized by gentle elevations, wide fairways, and strategic design that emphasizes accuracy and mental challenge. The course sections are laid out along flat to mildly hilly terrain with varied water hazards and tree separations, providing a relaxed yet engaging playing experience. The club emphasizes on-site amenities, event scheduling for members, and online reservation perks through the official site.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Nasu

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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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Feel the green, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP3 drills

Distance Control28%

Aim25%

Dispersion21%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Pick your line and stick it—woods accuracy challenge

Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Fade or draw mid irons, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP5 drills

Precision29%

Trajectory27%

Mechanics18%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Nasu

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Nasu. 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 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Pick your line and stick it—woods accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

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Make Par Around the Green

Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Distance Control24%

Precision24%

Scoring16%

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Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

Challenge limits, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills

Precision33%

Distance Control17%

Alignment17%

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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Land 2 feet away, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP4 drills

Dispersion28%

Distance Control20%

Aim17%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control32%

Scoring26%

Trajectory18%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Nasu

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No upcoming tournaments at this time.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Nasu

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

How difficult is Nasu for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Nasu technically exacting. 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 Nasu?

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 Nasu?

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 Nasu and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Nasu 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 Nasu 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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