Three key characteristics
- Kai, Fuji and Suruga nines
- Mount Fuji panorama
- Varied elevation and hazards
Course overview
River Fuji Country Club is an established hilly course with three nines named Kai, Fuji and Suruga, broad Mount Fuji panorama, varied elevation and water features. Visitor access and booking conditions may change and require confirmation.
Terrain and layout
Three nines named kai, fuji and suruga, broad mount fuji panorama, varied elevation and water features. Classification is retained in its Japanese golf-course context rather than forced into a single Western label.
Strategy and difficulty
Each nine asks different questions through elevation, water and changing approach angles. Across multiple Japanese course listings and reviews, recurring themes include Mount Fuji panorama is repeatedly praised, three nines provide variety, undulation and greens require judgement. These are editorial observations rather than official course statements.
Key facts
- Region
- Mount Fuji Area
- Holes
- 27
- Course style
- 27洞丘陵球場(甲斐・富士・駿河)
Why play
- Three contrasting nines and consistent Fuji views make the course especially useful for multi-round groups staying on the southern side of Mount Fuji.
Playing format and facilities
Published listings describe five-seat remote-control riding carts, a short practice range, and approach and bunker practice areas.
History, tournaments and distinction
Opened on 21 October 1976 and designed by Kōkichi Yasuda. No ranking claim is made.
Miramar assessment
Best suited to golfers who value three nines named kai, fuji and suruga. Its principal challenge is routing changes by nine; elevation, water and approach angles demand adaptable course management rather than a single repeated shot. It can add a distinct 丘陵コース experience to a carefully routed Japan golf itinerary, subject to confirmed access. Visitor access and booking conditions may change and require confirmation.
Route planning
Three contrasting nines and consistent Fuji views make the course especially useful for multi-round groups staying on the southern side of Mount Fuji.
Booking note
Visitor access and booking conditions may change and require confirmation.