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Sano Golf Club is a dual-course facility located in Sano, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. The property features two distinct 18-hole layouts: the Shuryu Course and the Koma Course. The Shuryu Course is designed in an American style, while the Koma Course incorporates elements of a Japanese garden. Both courses offer multiple tee box options, ranging from the forward red tees to the back black tees, allowing for varied yardages and difficulty levels. The Shuryu Course presents a total par of 72, with the front nine and back nine each carrying a par of 36. The course yardage varies significantly depending on the tee selection, with the black tees measuring 6,379 yards and the red tees measuring 4,108 yards. Key strategic holes include the fourth hole, a 533-yard par 5 from the black tees, and the eighth hole, a 379-yard par 4. The eleventh hole, a 476-yard par 5, offers views of the Kanto Plain. The twelfth hole is a 340-yard par 4 that plays through a landscape of ponds, creeks, and pine trees. The Koma Course is a par 72 layout, with a front nine par of 35 and a back nine par of 37. The total yardage from the black tees is 5,964 yards, while the red tees measure 4,056 yards. The seventh hole is a 472-yard par 5 that requires a shot over water to a green backed by a stone garden. The eighteenth hole is a 439-yard par 5 designed with imagery of the Nikko region, featuring water features and a red bridge structure. This hole provides a prominent view from the clubhouse. The facility is situated at 5170 Akamicho, Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture. The course is managed by the Kanesu Group, which also operates the SGC Sports Plaza and nearby relaxation facilities. The club provides standard amenities including a clubhouse, restaurant, and practice areas.