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Hana no Yama Golf Center is an 18-hole short course located in Ota, Kosai City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. The facility is situated within a landscape of rich greenery and natural scenery, designed to offer a full-length golfing experience despite its classification as a short course. The course layout is characterized by its use of the natural terrain to create a challenging environment that provides sufficient difficulty even for advanced players. The design of the course is split into distinct characteristics for its front and back nine. The out course, or front nine, offers views of the Lake West Range and is described as having a circular layout. In contrast, the in course, or back nine, is noted for being full of tricks and strategic challenges. A specific highlight of the course is the 16th hole, which is cited as offering the best scenery and views from the peak of the course. The facility includes a spacious driving range with 25 bays stretching 200 yards, available from early morning until 10 PM depending on the season. The course is open year-round, with operating hours for the short course varying between 8:00 AM and two hours before sunset on weekdays, and 7:30 AM to sunset on weekends and holidays. The course hosts various annual competitions, including the New Year Dream Cup, the President's Cup, and the Club Championship, indicating an active schedule for member and visitor tournaments.