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Shiga Kogen Country Club is an 18-hole, par-72 golf course located in Yaganase, Yamanouchi-machi, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture, at the foot of Mount Kousha. Situated within a 1.2 million square meter mountainous area, the course is characterized by its highland setting and is surrounded by birch forests. The layout is described as tricky and unique, designed to accommodate players from beginners to experienced golfers through strategic shot-making requirements. The course features varied terrain that influences play on specific holes. The first hole is a par-4 where the fairway slopes to the right, requiring players to aim for the left side to avoid trouble. The second hole is a par-3 with a distance of 180 yards from the tee to the center of the green, where players are advised to attack from the left. The third hole, also a par-4, presents a similar challenge with a right-sloping fairway that necessitates aiming left, with a distance of 217 yards to the pine tree in front from the back tee. The fourth hole is a par-4 that demands precision, with a distance of 305 yards to a large tree on the right rear of the green. The fairway is narrow, and the left side is strictly out of bounds, forcing players to aim for the center of the course with mid-iron clubs. The course offers multiple tee boxes for different skill levels, including back, regular, and ladies' tees, with distances ranging from 396 yards on the first hole to 134 yards on the second. Facilities at the club include the use of motorized carts, and the course is accessible via online reservations available 24 hours a day. The club is operated by Chubu Golf Co., Ltd., and provides various playing plans, including web-exclusive rates and meal packages. The course is designed to offer a cool playing experience due to its highland location, making it a distinct option within the Nagano region's golf landscape.