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Golf In Japan Podcast Episode #11

This week, a brief podcast from the guys, KC and Damon chat about Shiga prefecture, tour news, and having kids in Japan... while Pro Joe is on duty at the DP World Tour event: The ISPS Handa Championship. KC also heads to the event and catches up with fellow Irishman and tournament director Darrell

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Golf In Japan Podcast Episode #1

by Podcast Team

Join us for an engaging conversation filled with insights and laughter as we reflect on our decades-long journey of living and playing golf in Japan. Whether you're a seasoned player or just getting into the swing of things, "Golf In Japan" promises to deliver a unique perspective and some good-natured fun. So, grab your clubs and tune in for an immersive golfing experience in the Land of the Rising Sun!

About the hosts
4 foreigners living in Tokyo: KC from Ireland, Damon and Pro Joe from Australia, and Paulie B from Canada for a relaxed and friendly discussion. 

In this first episode, dive into the prefecture of the week; Hiroshima, the latest tour news, some discussion around Japanese pro golf, and also some recommendations on where to play.

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関西カントリークラブ

Less than an hour from Osaka and Kyoto, this flat course nestled atop a plateau-like hill boasts minimal elevation changes, while offering a serene...

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関西カントリークラブ

Less than an hour from Osaka and Kyoto, this flat course nestled atop a plateau-like hill boasts minimal elevation changes, while offering a serene...

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Dai-Atami Kokusai Golf Club

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An esteemed golf course nestled in the Izu area, the course was built in 1961, and is perched atop a hill 450 meters above sea level, offering...

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Misaki C.C.

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Kanagawa C.C.

神奈川カントリークラブ

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68.3
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Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club

習志野カントリークラブ

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唐津ゴルフ倶楽部
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73.4
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72.1
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Iruma Country Club

入間カントリー倶楽部

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北武蔵カントリークラブ

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Tsutsujigaoka Country Club

つつじヶ丘カントリー倶楽部

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72.5
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6,670
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Nishifuji Golf Club

西富士ゴルフ倶楽部

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70.6
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Murasakizuka G.C.

紫塚ゴルフ倶楽部

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71.8
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Tarumae C.C.

樽前カントリークラブ

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74.5
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27/108
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Mashiko Country Club

益子カントリー倶楽部

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70.1
Holes/Par
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Arita Resol Golf Club

有田リソルゴルフクラブ

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73.1
Holes/Par
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Minamitochigi Golf Club

南栃木ゴルフ倶楽部

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72
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18/72
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Kasama Forest G.C.

かさまフォレストゴルフクラブ

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72.2
Holes/Par
18/72
Yardage
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Shimonita C.C.

下仁田カントリークラブ

What sets this course apart is its overall flat terrain and spacious fairways, making it perfect for golfers of all skill levels. With a generous...

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72.5
Holes/Par
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三木よかわカントリークラブ

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72
Holes/Par
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Narita Golf Course

成田ゴルフコース
Course Rating
69
Holes/Par
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Yardage
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