Golden Valley Golf Club

Golden Valley Golf Club is a hillside course set in a quiet valley in Nishiwaki, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, playing across 18 holes that spread out in three directions from the clubhouse. Creeks flowing down from the surrounding hills are woven throughout the layout, gathering in front of the clubhouse before culminating at the 18th — a par-5 closing hole that demands two consecutive carries over water. In total, water comes into play on 15 of the 18 holes, making precise shot-making and smart route selection essential throughout the round. The greens are large, and pin placement can sharply increase the difficulty of any given hole.