Rusutsu Resort Golf 72
Tower Course
Tower Course was designed by a Japanese international professional golfer Jumbo Ozaki, which features its natural undulations.
This tremendous course features peaceful hills that make games more entertaining. It also provides wide fairways that narrow towards the greens. Perfect environments with natural ponds and creeks make games more challenging.
HOLE 2: There is a memorial plate which recorded the distance of Ozaki's first shot.
Course Highlights
| Green | Number of greens: OUT 2 / IN 1 Grass type: bentgrass (pencross) Average speed: 8.5 feet *Sunny days from September through November |
|---|---|
| Fairway | Grass type: Kentucky Mowing style: striped |
| Roughs | Grass type: Kentucky bluegrass |
| Obstructions | Number of bunkers: 57 Number of holes containing ponds: 3 |
| Course distance | Regular: 6,228 yards |
| Signature Course | The 17th hole |
Course Overview
| Designer | Masashi (Jumbo) Ozaki About Masashi Ozaki(Wikipedia) |
|---|---|
| Hole | 18 holes, par 72 |
| Course type | Hilly terrain |
| Course rating | Unassessed |
| Round style | No caddies for all parties 18 holes without breaks |
| Recommended for long-drive competitions | No. 5, 16 |
| Recommended for greenies | No. 8, 17 |
| Night-golfing facility | Yes (Out course) |
| Carts | Self-propelled cart (5 passengers) Allowed on the fairway / score tracking / GPS navigation *Carts may not be allowed on the fairway in certain circumstances |
| On-course Restrooms | The number of locations: 2 Available after the 4th hole (Out) / after the 14th hole (In) |
| Open Dates | 04/07/2000 |
Reception
Owners, 1F of The Westin Rusutsu Resort
*Guests staying at Rusutsu Resort Hotel: take the monorail
Remarks
| Courier Service | Yamato Transport |
|---|---|
| Junior Prices | Yes |
| Games accompanied by parents/guardians | No |
| Weekend competitions | Yes |
| Bus packages | No |
| Caddies | No |
| Score tracking | Yes |
| Score tracking method | Contact us |
| Dress Code | Inside the clubhouse: as per the golf course's policy During games: as per the golf course's policy |
| Footwear Rules | Soft spikes: yes Metal spikes: no Spikeless: yes |
IZUMIKAWA COURSE
Rusutsu's superb natural environment can be enjoyed in Izumikawa Course. This beautiful course is favored by all skill level golfers.
The front nine starts with the par-5 hole stretching out towards Tower hotel. You can enjoy the breathtaking view of the green surrounded by a pond at the iconic 6th hole. A 90-degree dogleg fairway avoiding a few ponds on the right-hand side brings real challenges at the 9th hole. The slightly elevated green awaits at the 10th hole. The unique hilly terrain course provides the maximum elevation of 17m (downhill) at the 14th hole.
Course Highlights
| Green | Number of greens: 1 Grass type: bentgrass (pencross) Average speed: 8.5 feet *Sunny days from September through November |
|---|---|
| Fairway | Grass type: Kentucky Mowing style: striped |
| Roughs | Grass type: Kentucky bluegrass |
| Hazard | Number of bunkers: 60 Number of holes containing ponds: 9 |
| Course distance | Regular: 5,943 yards |
| Signature Course | No. 6 |
Course Overview
| Designer | Nobumitsu Yuhara |
|---|---|
| Hole | 18 holes, par 72 |
| Course type | Hilly terrain |
| Course rating | Unassessed |
| Round style | No caddies for all parties 18 holes without breaks |
| Recommended for long-drive competitions | No. 7, 18 |
| Recommended for greenies | No. 6, 16 |
| Night-golfing facility | No |
| Carts | Self-propelled cart (5 passengers) Allowed on the fairway / score tracking / GPS navigation *Carts may not be allowed on the fairway in certain circumstances |
| On-course Restrooms | The number of locations: 2 Available after the 4th hole (Out) / after the 12th hole (In) |
| Open Dates | 04/07/2000 |
Reception
Owners, 1F of The Westin Rusutsu Resort
*Day-trip guests: park at The Westin Rusutsu Resort → check in at Owners take the shuttle bus
*Guests staying at Rusutsu Resort Hotel: take the monorail → check in at Owners → take the shuttle bus
*Guests staying at The Westin Rusutsu Resort: check in at Owners → take the shuttle bus
Remarks
| Courier Service | Yamato Transport |
|---|---|
| Junior Prices | Yes |
| Games accompanied by parents/guardians | No |
| Weekend competitions | Yes |
| Bus packages | No |
| Caddies | No |
| Score tracking | Yes |
| Score tracking method | Contact us |
| Dress Code | Inside the clubhouse: as per the golf course's policy During games: as per the golf course's policy |
| Footwear Rules | Soft spikes: yes Metal spikes: no Spikeless: yes |
River Course
The River Course's great geography provides spectacular views of Mt. Yotei and Mt. Shiribetsu.
Winding fairways are certainly the biggest challenges in this course. Your ability to cope with difficulties under pressure will be tested. The River Course also provides a number of hazards such as water hazards, and OB set on both sides of the course.
Course Highlights
| Green | Number of greens: 1 Grass type: bentgrass (pencross) Average speed: 8.5 feet *Sunny days from September through November |
|---|---|
| Fairway | Grass type: Kentucky Mowing style: striped |
| Roughs | Grass type: Kentucky bluegrass |
| Hazard | Number of bunkers: 40 Number of holes containing ponds: 2 |
| Course distance | Regular: 5,686 yards |
| Signature Course | No. 2 |
Course Overview
| Designer | Curtis Strange |
|---|---|
| Hole | 18 holes, par 72 |
| Course type | Hilly terrain |
| Course rating | Unassessed |
| Round style | No caddies for all parties 18 holes without breaks |
| Recommended for long-drive competitions | No. 7, 15 |
| Recommended for greenies | No. 5, 13 |
| Night-golfing facility | No |
| Carts | Self-propelled cart (5 passengers) Allowed on the fairway / score tracking / GPS navigation *Carts may not be allowed on the fairway in certain circumstances |
| On-course Restrooms | The number of locations: 3 Locations: Available after the 7th hole (OUT) / after the 10th and 15th holes (IN) |
| Open Dates | 01/06/1992 |
Bookings
Reservation Start Date
Weekdays: the first day of the month that is 9 months before the game month
Saturdays: the first day of the month that is 9 months before the game month
Sundays and holidays: the first day of the month that is 9 months before the game month
Cancellation Policy
No cancellation fee applies for this golf course.
*To change or cancel your booking, please take the necessary steps / contact us as early as possible.
*The cancellation policy is subject to change according to the golf course's policy.
Reception
River Wood Clubhouse
*Guests staying at Rusutsu Resort Hotel: Take the shuttle bus from the hotel's front entrance.
*Guests staying at The Westin Rusutsu Resort: Take the shuttle bus from the hotel's Sub entrance.
Remarks
| Courier Service | Yamato Transport |
|---|---|
| Junior Prices | Yes |
| Games accompanied by parents/guardians | No |
| Weekend competitions | Yes |
| Bus packages | No |
| Caddies | No |
| Score tracking | Yes |
| Score tracking method | Contact us |
| Dress Code | Inside the clubhouse: as per the golf course's policy During games: as per the golf course's policy |
| Footwear Rules | Soft spikes: yes Metal spikes: no Spikeless: yes |
Wood Course
The wood course embodies multiple natural hazards that make your round even trickier. Don't forget to enjoy its breathtaking landscape though!
This beautiful course features multiple hills and forests. The par-5 5th hole has a three-tiered green, and it's one of your chances to eagle! There is a stream on the 12th hole, the water hazard will test your ability to cope.
Course Highlights
| Green | Number of greens: 1 Grass type: bentgrass (pencross) Average speed: 8.5 feet *Sunny days from September through November |
|---|---|
| Fairway | Grass type: Kentucky Mowing style: striped |
| Roughs | Grass type: Kentucky bluegrass |
| Hazard | Number of bunkers: 57 Number of holes containing ponds: 3 |
| Course distance | Regular: 6,402 yards |
| Signature Course | No. 16 |
Course Overview
| Designer | Curtis Strange |
|---|---|
| Hole | 18 holes, par 72 |
| Course type | Hilly terrain |
| Course rating | Unassessed |
| Round style | No caddies for all parties 18 holes without breaks |
| Recommended for long-drive competitions | No. 5, 16 |
| Recommended for greenies | No. 8, 13 |
| Night-golfing facility | No |
| Carts | Self-propelled cart (5 passengers) Allowed on the fairway / score tracking / GPS navigation *Carts may not be allowed on the fairway in certain circumstances |
| On-course Restrooms | The number of locations: 3 Locations: Available after the 4th and 9th hole (OUT) / after the 15th holes (IN) |
| Open Dates | 01/06/1992 |
Reception
River Wood Clubhouse
*Guests staying at Rusutsu Resort Hotel: Take the shuttle bus from the hotel's front entrance.
*Guests staying at The Westin Rusutsu Resort: Take the shuttle bus from the hotel's Sub entrance.
Remarks
| Courier Service | Yamato Transport |
|---|---|
| Junior Prices | Yes |
| Games accompanied by parents/guardians | No |
| Weekend competitions | Yes |
| Bus packages | No |
| Caddies | No |
| Score tracking | Yes |
| Score tracking method | Contact us |
| Dress Code | Inside the clubhouse: as per the golf course's policy During games: as per the golf course's policy |
| Footwear Rules | Soft spikes: yes Metal spikes: no Spikeless: yes |
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