Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Toya Lake Hill Golf Club
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Date, Hokkaido, Japan
Open Flagship ProgramTotal Programs
12
12 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
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Usu Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Usu, 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 21%Scoring 21%Distance Control 20%Aim 17%Alignment 17%
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.
23.3
Average HCP
11.5
Minimum HCP
38.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Usu
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Flat
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Usu.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
tlhgc@fine.ocn.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
Shimonkecho
Course Information
Holes
36
Par
36
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Usu
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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% match to course practice profileLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim30%
Alignment18%
Scoring18%
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy15%
Alignment15%
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
16 Week Flagship Program for Usu
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Usu. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
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 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Short Game · Sand
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 15–16≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Leave tap-ins, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min26 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Scoring16%
Mechanics15%
Turn lies into pars, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control13%
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Get StartedFlop over hazards, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Scoring22%
Accuracy21%
Alignment18%
Stop on a dime, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment27%
Precision18%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring23%
Aim19%
Alignment19%
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision28%
Dispersion16%
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Usu
Get answers to common questions about playing Usu and what to expect.
How difficult is Usu for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Usu challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Usu?
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 Usu?
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 Usu 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 Usu 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 Usu 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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