Murasakizuka Golf Club

Each hole, flat and flanked by magnificent forests aged over 38 years, together with skillfully arranged water hazards and sand traps makes for an exciting and beautiful challenge.

Designed by John Benzene and Bob Wolf (USA), this magnificent 27-hole championship course consists of three courses: Ujiie, Kat- suragi and Saotome. Total yardage is 10,396 yards, par 108. The courses are laid out over rolling hills with a maximum of 10-meter height differential, with the fairways an average width of 70 meters.

Contrasting and Unique landscaping can be found throughout, with ponds and waterfalls making not only beautiful and relaxing scenery but also challenging obstacles.  The driving range is also worthy of note, with a well equipped 17 bay 250 yards (all weather) training center.

This is a golf resort for the Golfer who likes to combine good food, relaxing and luxurious facilities with fantastic golf. Mind and body relax after a fun day on the course at the Hotel Green Hill, which boasts an outdoor swimming pool, volcanic rock hot springs as well as private villas. The restaurant “Creek” features Japanese and international cuisine. Also a ‘Tepanyaki’ style steak corner offers the finest japanese beef.

27 Holes

3 Courses: Katsuragi, Ujiie and Saotome

Ujiie course is  a fun challenge from the start with along par 5 to begin your round, the first thing you will
notice is how the natural lie of the land was used to great effect designed to compliment existing topography and maximising the picturesque views. Suitable for all levels and a rewarding course for aggressive play.

Saotome course is a slightly shorter course from the other two, it boasts a variety of challenges and is
renowned for its picture perfect scenary and water features. Wide fairways are contrasted to well guarded greens. Satome poses an enjoyable challenge to every level of golfer.

Katsuragi course offers an amzing diverse course layout, bringing challenging long par 3's, tricky yet short
par 4's and adventurous Par 5's that bring all elements of a Golfer's ability into play!

Practice facilities consist of driving range with a covered 250 yard range, as well as 3 practice greens, and bunker shot / chipping practice. open 6am-10pm daily.

 

Hotel Green Hill

On site at the Murasakizuka GC resort

Relax and unwind at the Hotel green hill located onsite overlooking the course. Enjoy the full service amenities of Hotel, swimming pool,  Onsen, Creek restaurant and private villas.

All Hotel rooms are equipped with ensuite toilet, shower and bath, fully stocked fridge and mini bar, television and air conditioning. Twin and double twin rooms are available.

Creek Restaurant

Creek restaurant stands in a beautiful Japanese styled open plan building, seasonal fresh Japanese and Western dishes are available as well as set courses.

A particular treat is the 'Steak corner', which is Tepanyaki style, diners can enjoy our renowned chef preparing the highest grade Japanese beef right before their eyes!. Various steak courses are available to satisfy various tastes.

Newly renovated this spring, Creek also offers a private dining space overlooking the course which is lit up at night making for a picturesque romantic setting.

Private Villas

available on site at Murasakizuka Golf Club Resort

Private Villas are also available at the Club. Ideal for families and larger groups, giving a home away from home feel yet with all the amenities of the hotel at the guest's disposal.

Each Villa has 4 seperate twin rooms as well as tatami living room which can double as an extra bedroom. A very popular feature is the private rock onsen, opening out onto the forest to the rear of the property. to the front of the property is the game room with majan /card table.

 

 

Contact info

Murasakizuka Golf Club

2068, Saotome, Sakura-shi, Tochigi-Ken 329-1414

Tel: 028-686-3011 (Japanese & English)

Web: http://murasakigc.com

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