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Koganei Country Club is an 18-hole golf course located in Koganei, Tokyo, situated in the Musashino region. The course was established in 1937, during the early development of golf in Japan, by founder Kiichi Fukagawa. Designed by the renowned American professional Walter Hagen, the layout was constructed entirely by hand in just eight months. The course features Bentgrass greens and offers multiple sets of tees, including Back, A, Regular, and Gold, with yardages ranging from 5,821 yards for the Gold tees to 6,760 yards for the Back tees on the A greens. The layout is characterized by a mix of long par fives and challenging par fours. The front nine totals 3,308 yards from the Back tees, featuring a demanding 521-yard par five at the first hole and a 502-yard par five at the fifth. The back nine measures 3,452 yards, highlighted by the 530-yard 18th hole, a par five that serves as the longest hole on the course. The 15th hole, a 505-yard par five, and the 11th hole, a 465-yard par four, also present significant distance challenges. The course rating is 72.3 from the Back tees, with a Slope Rating of 132. The club has a rich history dating back to its founding in the Showa era. Founder Kiichi Fukagawa, a passionate golfer who had previously frequented the Tokyo Golf Club, sought to create a course accessible to the general public rather than just the aristocracy. After the end of World War II, the course was occupied by the Allied forces before being returned to private operation in 1954. It has since grown into a prestigious venue, maintaining its original design philosophy of making golf accessible while offering a high-quality playing experience. The club is located near Musashino Station on the JR Chuo Line, with a short bus ride from the station.