THE CLUB
Located in the middle of Japan and near Lake Biwa, which is the largest lake in Japan.
– CLUB –
BIWAKO COUNTRY CLUB
– ESTABLISHMENT –
8 November 1959
– ADDRESS –
513 MISONO,RITTO-SHI
SHIGA,520-3005,JAPAN
– CLOSED DAYS –
On every Monday
31 Dec./1 Jan.
– OPENING HOURS –
8:00 – 17:00
– TEL –
+81-77-558-0121
(For domestic use)
077-558-0121
– FAX –
+81-77-558-2637
– EMAIL –
golf@biwakocc.com
COURSES
There are 3 courses, each with 9 holes, making a total of 27 holes.
RITTO COURSE
9holes/Par36
Many pine trees enhance the quietness of the course. Each hole is flat and has enough distance to enjoy exciting shots.
MIKAMI COURSE
9holes/Par36
This course was named after Mt. Mikami, whose shape is similar to Mt. Fuji, and is called the local Mt. Fuji. Because the hazards are skillfully arranged, many accurate shots and a good course strategy are required.
BIWAKO COURSE
9holes/Par36
Each hole features undulating changes and unique characteristics.
You can see a part of Lake Biwa from the 8th teeing area.
The course was renovated by Greg Norman in 2020 and 2024.
– COURSE DESIGN –
Mr.Seizo Tomizawa
– COURSE RENOVATION –
(BIWAKO COURSE in 2020 and 2024)
Mr.Greg Norman
– TYPE OF GRASS –
Bentgrass(Green)
Zoysia matrella Merr.(Fairway&Tee)
Zoysia japonica Steud(Rough)
FACILITIES
YANMAR SUNSET MARINA CLUBHOUSE&HOTEL
Our members-only hotel on the shores of Lake Biwa is intimate, with just seven luxurious guest rooms. Each room has a terrace with a hammock, and you can savor ever-changing views of Lake Biwa as time passes, not only from your room but also from various spaces such as the restaurant, bar, pool, and sauna. Indulge in a superior stay that will be a cherished memory.
The hotel and golf course are approximately 18 km away and will take 30-40 minutes by car
A Wonderful Time with
Good quality foods
ETIQUETTE&MANNERS
Our Club would like to make various requests to ensure that all visitors have a pleasant day.
– Dress Codes –
For Playing Golf
- Wear a hat or a sun visor to prevent danger and heat stroke.
- Wear sportswear and shirts with collars and sleeves.
- High-necked shirts must have a collar height of at least 3 cm.
- Shirts that could be mistaken for T-shirts, camouflage patterns, or other flamboyant clothing are prohibited.
- If you are wearing a high-performance undergarment, wear a shirt over it.
- Please keep the hem of your shirt tucked inside your pants or skirt and wear a belt. However, only women are allowed to wear shirts with the hem untucked.
- The wearing of the following pants is prohibited.
- Pants similar to jeans, such as denim pants
- Pants with outside pockets similar to cargo pants (inside pockets may be worn even if they have zippers)
- Short pants that are too short
- Pants that cover the knees (women may wear these pants).
- Extremely short miniskirts or hot pants
- Leggings and spats
- Pants with camouflage patterns or designs that are too ornate
- If you wear short pants, please wear socks that cover your ankles.
- Wear soft spikes or spikeless shoes.
- Refrain from wearing rainwear, windbreakers, and jumpers in the cafeteria.
For Visit to the Club
- Be sure to wear a suit, jacket, blazer, or similar jacket. Blousons and jumpers are not acceptable. However, this excludes the period of extreme heat from June to September.
- Jeans, cargo pants (with pockets on the sides), training wear, and short pants are not permitted.
- Sneakers (athletic shoes), sandals, and golf shoes are not permitted.
– Etiquette & Manners –
In the Clubhouse
- Turn off your cell phone or set it to silent mode and refrain from talking outside of designated areas. Keep the volume of your calls to a level that will not disturb other visitors, even in the designated areas.
- Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the building. Please smoke outside in designated areas.
- Leave your valuables in the valuables box.
- Remove your hat inside the clubhouse.
- No alcoholic beverages are allowed to be sold to drivers.
About Playing Golf
- Play 9 holes in 2 hours and 10 minutes or less.
- Be careful not to leave more than one hole between you and the group in front of you.
- Keep your total handicap within 90.
- Check in 30 minutes prior to the start time.
- Enter and exit the bunkers from low spots, and players are requested to clean up their footprints and ball marks.
- Pitch marks and spike marks on the greens should be repaired by players.
- Turn off your cell phone or set it to silent mode, and refrain from using it for non-emergency calls or for use that may delay play.
- Smoking is not permitted on the course, including the teahouse and carts. Smoking is only permitted around the ashtrays on each teeing ground.
- Do not walk in front of the carts as they are not equipped with sensors.
- No one other than players is allowed on the course.