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Kumamoto Minami Country Club is an 18-hole, par-72 course located in Minamikata, Kosa Town, Kamiamakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture. The layout is built on hilly terrain, utilizing the natural undulations to create a dynamic and strategic playing experience. The course features a variety of hole types, including uphill and downhill shots, as well as carries over water and valleys. The front nine presents a mix of long par fives and technical par fours. The 1st hole is a demanding 518-yard par 5 that requires careful placement off the tee to avoid right-side out of bounds, setting up a challenging uphill second shot. The 2nd hole is a 468-yard par 4 featuring a downhill tee shot with left out of bounds, leading to a guarded green. The 7th hole is a 207-yard par 3 that was renovated in 2020, featuring a water carry and bunkers surrounding the green to test accuracy. The 9th hole is a 350-yard par 4 that plays to one of the club's widest tee boxes, requiring precision to avoid trees obstructing the second shot. The back nine continues the strategic challenge with significant elevation changes and doglegs. The 10th hole is a 450-yard par 4 that plays downhill to a right dogleg, while the 11th hole is a long 508-yard par 5 with a gentle uphill second shot. The 12th hole is a 190-yard par 3 where the green is protected by bunkers in front, making it a recommended hole for birdie attempts. The 16th hole is a 450-yard par 4 with left and right out of bounds, favoring shots aimed at the right side of the fairway. The 18th hole is a 159-yard par 3 that plays slightly downhill from an elevated tee, with out of bounds to the right and bunkers guarding the front. The course offers multiple tee boxes to accommodate different skill levels, with yardages ranging from 2,236 yards on the red tees to 3,512 yards on the gold tees for the front nine. The back nine yardages range from 2,236 yards on the red tees to 3,479 yards on the gold tees. The course is known for its strategic design, where careful shot placement is often more important than raw distance. Kumamoto Minami Country Club hosts various club competitions and open events throughout the year, including the Southern Club Competition and Senior Championships. The course is also known for its commitment to player comfort, with amenities such as a restaurant and tea house available on-site.