Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Tokai Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
78
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Tokai Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Tokai, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Tokai
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Tokai.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
1 Sasagaya
Course Description
Tokai Country Club is a coastal-style golf facility located in Kawanishi, Hyogo, near Shimeko, featuring an 18-hole course laid out to blend natural terrain with artificial lakes. Designed by Mitsuaki Kobayashi, the layout emphasizes strategic play with water hazards and bunkering set against scenic seasonal flora and fountain-filled ponds. The club offers course information, event notices, and online reservation options, and is complemented by on-site facilities and a restaurant, inviting guests to enjoy both the landscape and sport in the Hyogo region. Reservations and access details indicate a focus on both member and visitor play in western Japan.
18-hole golf course • water hazards • lake course • course design kobayashi mitsuaki • hyogo golf • kawanishi golf • shimeko lakeside • seasonal flora • fountain ponds • bunkering strategy • golf club facilities • online reservation • green fees • group plans • open competitions • olympic-style greens • golf events • restaurant golf club • weather golf information • lakefront golf • golf course design • seasonal foliage • bunkers • course management • golf amenities • onsite restaurant • online reservations • golf tourism • recreational facility • hyogo tourism • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1987
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Tokai
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Tokai
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Tokai. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedAchieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick your spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Tokai
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 Tokai
Get answers to common questions about playing Tokai and what to expect.
How difficult is Tokai for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Tokai challenges consistency. 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 Tokai?
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 Tokai?
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 Tokai 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 Tokai 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 Tokai 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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