Fuji Classic: The Closest Golf Course to Mt. Fuji and a Day of Unforgettable Golf
On Friday, April 19th, I took a much-needed PTO day from work and booked a round of golf at Fuji Classic. I came across this course online while searching for "Closest golf course to Mt. Fuji." Apparently, Fuji Classic is the nearest golf course to the iconic mountain.
I woke up around 5 a.m. and drove from Tokyo to Fuji Classic, hoping for clear skies and a perfect view of Mt. Fuji. Despite the past week's cloudy weather, Friday was sunny with just a hint of clouds.
When I arrived at the course, the wind was incredibly strong, and I quickly realized I couldn’t play in just a polo shirt. Luckily, I had a spare windbreaker, thin as a plastic trash bag, but it did the job.
The first few holes were challenging, with clouds circling around the top of Mt. Fuji, obstructing the view.
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However, by the fifth hole, the clouds moved away, and Mt. Fuji was fully visible.
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The wind was so strong that it carried my ball over the group ahead, who were about 280 yards away. They were upset and waited for me to apologize. I put on my best sorry face and begged for forgiveness.
"Sorry, the cart said the front group was far enough that you could hit. I am so sorry. I will wait at least 350 yards next time." - me
Yes, Japanese golf carts speak. Despite one of them looking like Yakuza, I got away without any trouble.
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One of the highlights of Fuji Classic is its most iconic par 3, located on an island that looks like a wave. It’s a sight unlike any other and truly needs to be seen to be believed.
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(Photo credit: https://fuji.classic.ne.jp/contents/gallery/index.html)