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The course at Golf Club Kanazawa Links is a links-style layout situated in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, directly facing the Sea of Japan. The 18-hole course is set against a backdrop of the Hakusan mountain range, offering players views of the sea and passing passenger ships throughout their round. The design incorporates the natural coastal winds, requiring players to read the conditions carefully as they navigate the terrain. The course totals 6,590 yards from the regular tees, playing to a par of 72. The front nine measures 3,378 yards, while the back nine runs for 3,212 yards. Tee box distances vary for different skill levels, with the lady tees offering a total of 4,999 yards and the back tees extending to 7,202 yards. The layout includes a mix of par-3s, par-4s, and par-5s, with the longest hole on the course being the 6th at 568 yards from the back tees. Key holes on the course include the 6th hole, a demanding 568-yard par 5 that serves as the longest stretch on the front nine. The back nine features the 14th hole, a 540-yard par 5 that challenges golfers with its length. Shorter holes provide variety, such as the 4th hole at 152 yards and the 8th at 195 yards from the regular tees. The course also features a 179-yard par 3 on the 13th hole. The facility has undergone renovations aimed at creating a more challenging and strategic playing experience. The course is managed by the operator behind a network of golf clubs across Japan, including properties in Fukushima, Yamanashi, Nagano, and other regions. The location is accessible approximately 20 minutes by car from Kanazawa Station or the Kanazawa West and East interchanges.