Located approximately 40 kilometers south of Tokyo and only a short distance from Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture is the 36-hole golf complex at Yokohama Country Club. Set in the hinterland behind the port city, Yokohama Country Club's two 18-hole golf courses are flanked on their western side by the 36-holes of its immediate neighbor, Totsuka Country Club.

The club's West and East Courses represent an oasis of nature within the city, allowing golf to be played alongside the abundant cherry blossoms in spring and brilliant-colored foliage in the autumn, all with a view of the high-rise skyline of Yokohama in the distance. Both courses were originally designed by Takeo Aiyama and Hideo Takemura in 1966 and, unlike the publicly accessible East Course, access to the very highly regarded West Course is restricted to members and their guests.

The par 71 West Course recently reopened following a two-year renovation project. Led by the golf architecture firm of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, the project saw the rebuilding of a number of tees and greens across the course, as well as a focus on creating interesting corridors throughout the 6,938-yard layout.

Yokohama Country Club seeks to provide the highest quality golf experience for both its members and visitors through the meticulous maintenance of every hole from tee to green, experienced caddies, and attentive staff. As well to the driving range and well-stocked Pro shop the clubhouse facilities include both formal and informal bar and dining options.

Other course architects: Takeo Aiyama and Hideo Takemura