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Mashiko Country Club is a 18-hole, par 72 golf course located in Mashiko, Tochigi Prefecture. Designed under the supervision of professional Shinao Serizawa, the course is characterized by its flat, rolling terrain with a total elevation difference of just 21 meters. This relatively level layout allows for clear visibility of landing areas on most tee shots, making it accessible for players of varying skill levels. The course is divided into an OUT and an IN nine, with yardages ranging from 5,525 yards for the Ladies tees to 7,075 yards for the Champion tees. The front nine features a mix of long par 5s and strategic par 4s. Hole 1, a 508-yard par 5, begins with a gentle downslope and a right dogleg, offering a wide landing area after a narrowed tee shot. Hole 4 presents a challenging 392-yard par 4 where a pond intrudes into the fairway, demanding precision off the tee. Hole 5, a 367-yard par 4, plays uphill and features a narrow fairway with a boat-shaped contour, while the green’s subtle undulations require careful approach play. The back nine opens with Hole 10, a 370-yard par 4 that plays slightly uphill, and Hole 11, a 179-yard par 3 that plays downhill with significant elevation change. Signature holes include the demanding 18th hole, a 371-yard par 4 that finishes with a pond guarding the right side of the green. Players must judge their tee shot distance carefully to determine whether to attempt a carry or lay up to the wide front section of the two-tiered green. The 15th hole, a 513-yard par 5, also plays downhill and features a two-tiered green, requiring strategic placement on the second or third shot. The course is equipped with GPS-enabled carts and features a leaderboard system for competitive play.