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Located in Iga, Mie Prefecture, Shimagahara Country Club is a 36-hole facility featuring two distinct nine-hole courses: the West Course and the East Course. The West Course is designated as the "Champion Course," offering a strategic layout that challenges players with its design, while the East Course is characterized by flat terrain and wide fairways designed for dynamic play. The club is recognized for its high-quality course maintenance and service, having ranked first in the Western Japan golf course rankings for maintenance and staff hospitality in the 2022 GDO survey. The West Course, or West Champion Course, presents a strategic test for golfers with a par 72. The front nine plays to a par 36, with yardages ranging from a 159-yard par 3 to a 573-yard par 5. The back nine also features a par 36, including a 168-yard par 3 and a 587-yard par 5. The course offers multiple tee boxes, including Champion, Regular, and Lady's tees, allowing for varied difficulty levels. The total yardage from the Champion tees is 6,867 yards, while the Regular tees measure 6,438 yards. The East Course, known as the Enjoy Course, also plays to a par 72. It features wide, flat fairways that facilitate a more open style of play. The front nine includes a 162-yard par 3 and a 527-yard par 5, while the back nine features a 143-yard par 3 and a 533-yard par 5. The total yardage from the standard tees is 6,422 yards. The layout is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for players of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced golfers. A signature feature of the club is the 7th hole on the East Course, which boasts an island green surrounded by water on all sides. This hole is noted as a "name brand" feature of the course. The club also maintains a reputation for being a friendly environment with low out-of-bounds areas, contributing to a smooth and enjoyable round. The facility includes a clubhouse with dining options, a pro shop, and accommodation, catering to both member and visitor experiences.