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Located in Tomioka, Gunma Prefecture, the Tomioka Club is a 18-hole, par-72 course set on a broad, south-facing plateau. The terrain is characterized by relatively flat ground with minimal elevation changes, a design choice that allows the layout to flow naturally across the landscape. The course is framed by the mountains of the Joshu region, including Mount Myogi, which provide a scenic backdrop to the fairways. The strategic design ensures that each hole presents a distinct character, catering to a range of abilities from single-handicappers to average players. The course offers five sets of tees, with yardages ranging from 4,418 yards from the pink tees to 6,924 yards from the blue tees. The course rating varies accordingly, sitting at 72.3 from the blue tees and 67.9 from the red tees. The front nine plays to a par 36, covering 3,406 yards from the blue tees, while the back nine also par 36 spans 3,518 yards. The layout includes three par-5s, seven par-4s, and eight par-3s, with the longest hole being the 10th at 550 yards from the blue tees and the shortest being the 2nd at 192 yards. Strategic elements are highlighted through specific hole recommendations for various contests. The driving contest is typically played on the 7th and 12th holes, while the nearest pin contest features the 6th and 14th holes. The course is equipped with remote-controlled carts on all carts, and each cart includes a large-screen GPS navigation system that provides distance-to-pin information and putting advice. A leaderboard function allows for real-time score tracking during competitions, linked directly to the clubhouse system. Amenities are distributed throughout the course, with a pro shop located at the 6th hole and a toilet facility at the 13th hole. The club enforces a dress code that requires jackets in the clubhouse, with exceptions during the summer months, and prohibits jeans, tank tops, and metal spikes on the course. The facility also features a restaurant and offers green club memberships for regular players seeking discounted rates.