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Phoenix Country Club regularly hosts the prestigious Dunlop Phoenix Tournament, bringing world-class golfers like Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus to compete in Japan.
About
Phoenix Country Club, designed by Gokichi Ohashi and opened in 1971, lies on the scenic Hitotsuba Pacific Coast. Featuring 27 championship holes among pine groves with bentgrass greens, the club hosts the Dunlop Phoenix Tournament and is part of the famed Seagaia Resort. Renowned for its blend of natural beauty and strategic challenge.
Caddie Tip
Navigating the tree-lined fairways requires strategic planning off the tee, with special care needed to avoid the white sand bunkers throughout the course. Trust your caddie's advice especially on reading the fast bentgrass greens, and aim for the safe side whenever wind picks up along the coastal holes.
The Main Challenge
The toughest aspect is handling the narrow, tree-lined fairways combined with strategic bunkering and slick bentgrass greens, especially under coastal wind conditions. Course routing demands careful decision making, with water hazards and doglegs penalizing errant shots.
The Good
Golfers love the stunning coastal views, the tall pine groves, and the outstanding tournament history. The course offers superb bentgrass greens and the thrill of playing where golfing legends have competed. The overall routing delivers a satisfying challenge for all skill levels.
The Not So Good
Visiting golfers cite the sometimes slow pace during busy event weeks and occasional course closures for tournaments. Some wish the practice facilities were open to all, not just Phoenix Golf Academy students. Improved signage for course navigation could help first-timers.
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Clubhouse
Traditional Japanese architecture meets modern comfort in the renovated clubhouse. Guests enjoy fine restaurants offering Miyazaki cuisine, spacious locker rooms, high-end pro shop, and tournament memorabilia. Shuttle bus service makes access easy and stress-free.
Practice Facilities
Driving range and short game area available for Phoenix Golf Academy guests, with soft spike requirements. Putting and chipping can be practiced by all players ahead of their round.
Dress Code:
Standard
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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