Sapporo Kokusai Country Club

Sapporo Kokusai Country Club's Shimamatsu Course is an 18-hole championship golf course located in Kitahiroshima, near Sapporo, Japan. The course features two layouts (A and B courses) with nine holes each. The terrain includes rolling hills and valleys characteristic of the region's landscape, with strategic bunkering and elevation changes that present varying levels of difficulty across different tee positions.

The course design emphasizes shot precision and course management, with hazards such as valleys, rough areas, and bunkers strategically placed to challenge golfers. Tee options range from front tees accommodating recreational players to champion tees for experienced golfers. Individual holes are named after flora, such as the signature opening hole "Tsutsuji" (Azalea), a Par 4 that features a valley hazard and requires careful positioning off the tee. The course incorporates both downhill and uphill shots, demanding attention to elevation changes and shot selection. The Shimamatsu Course serves as an established venue within the greater Sapporo Kokusai Country Club complex, offering a well-maintained championship-level golfing experience.