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Ginoza Country Club is an 18-hole, par-72 golf course situated on the expansive hillside of Ginoza Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture. Opened in December 2004, the course was designed by renowned course architect Yoshihiko Komuro. The total distance from the back tees is 6,558 yards, comprising 3,170 yards for the front nine and 3,388 yards for the back nine, offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. The layout takes advantage of the natural terrain surrounded by primeval forest, featuring a design that combines strategic challenge with beauty.

The design cleverly incorporates the hilly landscape, embedding strategic elements into each hole. The 6th hole (162 yards, par-3) is known as the most dynamic downhill hole on the course, with a two-tiered green and a left-to-right slope at the back demanding careful attention. The 11th hole (235 yards, par-3) becomes a carry-over-water shot from the back tees, increasing in difficulty as the primeval forest on the right side obstructs the view. The 18th hole (549 yards, par-5) is a right dogleg where reaching the green in two is possible depending on the tee shot, but the pond to the left of the fairway makes accuracy on the third shot the key to success.

Greens are constructed with bentgrass, and self-play using GPS-equipped carts is recommended. While there is no driving range, a bunker practice area is fully equipped. As indicators of course difficulty, par-putts are recommended for the 6th, 8th, 11th, and 14th holes, while the 9th, 12th, and 16th holes are identified as those where players should aim to extend their drive distance. This course is designed as an 18-hole layout that allows golfers to enjoy a balance of tension and refreshment amidst Okinawa's natural environment.