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Asahino Country Club is a 72-par, 18-hole course located in Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Designed by Shuichi Suzuki and constructed by Adachi Construction, the course opened on October 3, 1976. The property spans 1,000,000 square meters and is situated in an area characterized by rich natural surroundings that change with the seasons. The club is a member of both the Japan Golf Association and the Kinki Golf Union.

The layout is divided into front and back nines, each carrying a par 36. The back nine measures 3,490 yards from the back tees, while the front nine plays 3,490 yards as well, bringing the total course length to 6,980 yards from the longest tees. The regular tees offer a total yardage of 6,460 yards, with front tees at 5,700 yards and gold tees at 6,000 yards. The course features a mix of par 4s, par 5s, and par 3s. The par 5s include the 1st hole at 550 yards, the 6th at 530 yards, the 13th at 560 yards, and the 15th at 500 yards. The par 3s range from 130 yards on the 3rd and 17th holes to 210 yards on the 8th. The 13th hole stands as the longest on the course at 560 yards from the back tees, while the 3rd and 17th holes are the shortest at 130 yards.

The course design includes specific holes recommended for driving distance and accuracy contests. The 6th and 13th holes are designated for driving distance competitions, while the 3rd, 8th, 12th, and 17th holes are selected for nearest-to-the-pin contests. The clubhouse, designed by Hikanoya Architectural Design Office and built by Shimizu Construction, covers an area of 3,320 square meters. The club employs professional player Miyuki Shimabukuro, who has secured multiple LPGA titles including the 2001 Japan Ladies Open Championship. The course is managed by Ayaha Golf Links Co., Ltd., with capital of 100 million yen.