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Fukuroda no Taki Country Club is an 18-hole golf course located in Ota, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. The facility features a single bent green with four pin positions, designed to accommodate various playing styles. The course layout is structured to increase in difficulty as the round progresses, requiring players to utilize all 14 clubs in their bag to navigate the terrain effectively. The total yardage varies by tee, with the full back tees measuring 7,239 yards and a par of 72. The front nine presents a mix of long holes and strategic challenges. The first hole is a long par-5 that offers a gentle downhill start before a slight right dogleg. The sixth hole, a par-4, is noted as the most difficult on the front nine, featuring high mounds and woods that create a links-style atmosphere. The ninth hole is the longest on the course, a par-5 that requires an uphill shot toward a green that appears to float above the distant mountain range. The back nine continues the demand for precision, starting with a long par-5 that winds slightly before opening up to a view of the clubhouse. The eleventh hole is a short par-3 that offers a commanding view of the green from an elevated tee. The thirteenth hole is a par-4 that offers a view reminiscent of Scottish landscapes, while the fourteenth hole is a par-4 where the first shot is critical due to the visibility of three bunkers from the tee. The eighteenth hole is a par-4 that finishes with a view of the clubhouse, featuring a rivet bunker on the right side that poses a significant threat for the second shot. The course is rated at 74.0 for men from the full back tees and 79.5 for women. The par breakdown includes five par-5s, eight par-4s, and five par-3s. The design incorporates natural elements such as mounds, trees, and hazards to create a challenging layout. The course is part of the Nozawa World Group, which also operates other courses in the region.