Gary Player at Manna Country Club

The Gary Player Course at Manna Country Club occupies rolling terrain in Mobara, located in Chiba Prefecture on Japan's Pacific coast east of Tokyo. Gary Player designed the layout during an era when international architects were frequently commissioned for Japanese resort and daily-fee facilities, bringing strategic design principles adapted to the country's varied topography. The course reflects Player's characteristic emphasis on strategic bunkering and green contouring, with hazards positioned to reward accurate play and penalize wayward shots.

The routing takes advantage of the natural elevation changes found in this part of Chiba, with holes moving through wooded corridors and across open hillsides. The design incorporates the undulating landforms typical of the region, creating a variety of approach angles and stance positions. Greens feature the contouring and internal movement common to Player's work, requiring careful club selection and precise distance control.

Manna Country Club operates as a semi-private facility serving both members and daily-fee players, a common model in Japan's golf market. The property includes multiple courses and practice facilities, with the Gary Player Course serving as one of the featured layouts. The club provides the full-service amenities typical of Japanese golf facilities, including extensive practice areas and clubhouse dining that reflects regional culinary traditions.