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Discover Koshu Wine of Japan with a Unique Yamanashi Wine Tour in Katsunuma.

Private customized katsunuma wine tasting and winery tours in yamanashi., about our japan winery & wine tasting tours in koshu valley katsunuma yamanashi, our convienant location in kofu yamanashi is only 90 minutes from tokyo - and is easy accessed by train or bus. from kofu it only takes a few minutes to reach japanese wine country of katsunuma..

The Koshu Valley in Yamanashi is also famous for its more than 60 wineries as well as rich agriculture with farms growing a variety of vegetables and fruits. There are 31 wineries in the Katsunuma area where 27% of Japanese wine is produced and the main variety being Koshu wine. In October when vines are laden with grapes, people come to enjoy visiting Katsunuma wineries for wine tasting and grape picking. Our private customized Koshu valley Katsunuma wine tasting and Japan winery tours visit various unique Japanese winerys where you can enjoy exploring the numerous vinyards and tasting more than 150 varieties of Japanese Koshu wine. You can learn about Japans unique wine culture and the entire process of Japanese winemaking. Taking a Koshu valley Katsunuma wine tour allows you to explore authentic Japanese wineries with their unique history and explore an authentic Japanese wine cellar where wine is stored. You can also see barrels used for the fermentation and bottling process with the highlight being wine tasting of the different varieties of wine produced in Koshu valley Katsunuma wine country. During our Japan wine tour you can enjoy a leisurly time with lunch and wine, and or ending the day with a delicious gourmet meal paired with your favorite Japanese wine pick from the days Katsunuma wine tour. A few of the Koshu wineries of Japan that we visit are - Kizan Winery, Kai Winery, Grace Winery (Misawa Winery), Aruga Branca (Katsunuma Jyozo), Haramo Winery, Kurambon Wine, Lumiere, Marquis Winery, Mercian, Rubaiyat Wine, Soryu Winery, Tomi No Oka Winery (Suntory), Katsunuma Budo No Oka Winery (Grape Hill Koshu Wine Cave) Depending on the season you can also pick grapes from Sept. - Oct and take part in the Katsunuma Grape & Wine Festival with a walking wine tour that has free grapes to taste and unlimited Japanese wine tasting from 24 local Katsunuma wineries.There is also a wine jazz festival in Kofu city on Kofu jazz street where you can visit the numerous jazz bars and listen to a variety of jazz artists while enjoying Japanese wine. Please Note: The included free wine tasting is noted for each tour, however depending on the pace of the tour we might visit additional wineries and some wineries might charge for a special extra tasting and this charge will not be included in the tour price. All participants in the wine tasting tours must be 20+ years of age. We highly recommend you contact us for further detailed information on our Koshu Valley Katsunuma Wine Tasting Tours & Japan Winery Tours as well as specific requirements and customization for each tour.

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Our Wine Tasting & Winery Tours in Japan

Kohu valley japan winery & wine tasting day tour in katsunuma.

Japan wine tour Includes: -Private Customized Winery & Wine Tasting Tour in Katsunuma -Professional English Speaking Guide Service. -Delicious Japanese rural style lunch. -Wine Tasting in Katsunuma for at least 5 wineries, possibly more. -Japan Winery Tour to see how Japanese Koshu wine is made and processed. Note: All tasting fees and lunch included in the tour price.

Price: ¥ 35,000

Japan Winery & Wine Tasting 2 Day 1 Night Special Tour in Katsunuma

Japan wine tour Includes: -Customized Winery & Wine Tasting Tour in Katsunuma. -Professional English Speaking Guide Service. -1st day Lunch, 2nd day Lunch. -Wine Tasting in Katsunuma for at least 10 wineries, possibly more. -Japanese Winery Tour to see how Japanese Koshu wine is made and processed. Note: All tasting fees and lunch included in the tour price.

Price: ¥ 75,000

Japan Wine, Whiskey, Sake Tasting 3 Day 2 Night Deluxe Tour in Yamanashi

Japan wine, whiskey, sake tour Includes: -Customized Japan Winery & Wine Tasting Tour, with Sake and Whiskey tour and tasting in Yamanashi. -Professional English Speaking Guide Service. -1st day Lunch, 2nd day Lunch, 3rd day Lunch. -Wine Tasting in Katsunuma for at least 10 wineries. -Visit to the Japanese wine museum and learn the history of Japanese Koshu wine making. -Sake Brewery Tour: Visit a 300 year old Sake brewery with sake tasting. -Suntory Whiskey and Water Tour: Visit world renowned Suntory Distillery with whiskey tasting Note: All tasting fees and lunch included in the tour.

Price: ¥ 110,000

NOTICE: All tour prices are per person and base on at least double booking. For private single person tour price please contact us for more information.

Premium tasting courses and deluxe luncheon can be arranged per diem

Group size is 2-7 person, for groups 8-10max person please inquiry for details.

All wine tasting tour participants must be 20+ yrs of age. Drinking and driving, and underage drinking is prohibited by Japanese law. Drivers of automobiles, motorcycles(including passengers), or bicycles are not allowed to consume alcohol during the tour. * Please do not drink while pregnant or breastfeeding. * Please enjoy the tour by drinking moderately.

Tour schedule is subject to change or cancelation without notice due to, natural disaster, severe weather conditions, closure, etc.

Katsunuma Wineries

The town of Katsunuma (����) in the Kofu basin is an important center of Japanese wine making, being the birthplace of the Japanese wine industry. Today the area remains the top producer of wines that are made using only Japanese grapes , and it is a popular tourist destination with a large concentration of wineries at which visitors can buy, taste and learn about many aspects of Japanese wine.

The Kofu basin has a long history of grape cultivation. The Koshu grape that is used to produce much of the region's wine is thought to have arrived in Japan over a thousand years ago. Wine making began in the 19th century , led by individuals who brought back skills learned in Europe. With high amounts of sunshine, the Kofu basin is well suited to vinicluture relative to others areas in Japan, and now there are over 70 wineries in Katsunuma and the surrounding region.

The region's wineries range widely in what they offer visitors. Many operate shops that sell the winery's products and offer wine tasting, while a few also conduct tours of the winery or offer workshops about the different aspects of wine. Below is a list of some of the area's more notable wineries and wine-related attractions:

Chateau Mercian

Budo no Oka

Getting there and around

Important note: Japan enforces a strict zero-tolerance drinking and driving policy.

The Katsunuma area is located on the eastern edge of the Kofu Plain, 20-25 minutes by train from Kofu Station. The area is served by two stations along the frequently operating JR Chuo Line: Enzan Station (330 yen one way from Kofu) and Katsunumabudokyo Station (420 yen from Kofu). Unfortunately, most wineries are not located within easy walking distance of the stations, and buses operate only very infrequently.

There are two loop bus lines that connect the two train stations with selected wineries and attractions in the area, but they operate only about once every 3 hours, making them close to impractical for getting around. Alternatively, most wineries are located within 15 minutes and 2000 yen by taxi from Katsunumabudokyo Station.

Rental cars are available from outlets around Kofu Station; however, a dedicated driver will be required because of Japan's strict drink and driving laws.

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Enjoy a Koshu Wine Tasting & Winery Tour in Japan!

Discover japanese koshu wine in katsunuma enzan koshu valley wine region.

• Private full day Koshu wine tasting tour
• Visit 5 Koshu wineries
• Taste a variety of Koshu wine
• Learn about Koshu wine
• Enjoy a delicious luncheon
• English speaking tour guide
• All tastings & luncheon included
• More Info see About Our Tours
• Immersive 2 day Koshu wine tasting tour
• Visit 10 Koshu wineries
• Relaxed, private, customized
• Enjoy 2 delicious luncheons
• Deluxe Yamanashi Wine, Whiskey, Sake tasting tour
• Yamanashi sake tasting
• Yamanashi whiskey tour & tasting
• Enjoy 3 special luncheons
• All tastings and luncheons included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Wine tasting fees.

All wine tasting fees on our standard tours are included in the tour.

Some wineries have limited tasting and other wineries are all you desire to taste.

For wineries that offer premium tasting courses, if requested by the customer these fees will be per diem.

We kindly ask to please enjoy the tour by drinking moderately.

Which wineries will we visit?

Most of the wineries we visit in the Koshu valley are smaller family owned boutique wineries located in the Katsunuma and Enzan wine making area.

However we also visit several larger commercial wineries as well.

A few of the Koshu wineries of Japan that we visit:

Kizan Winery, Kai Winery, Grace Winery (Misawa Winery), Aruga Branca (Katsunuma Jyozo), Haramo Winery, Kurambon Wine, Lumiere, L’Orient Winery, Marquis Winery, Mercian, Rubaiyat Wine, Soryu Winery, Tomi No Oka Winery (Suntory), Katsunuma Budo No Oka Winery (Grape Hill Koshu Wine Cave), Sakaori winery, Sadoya winery, Sanyo brewing company and winery.

If you have a particular winery that you would like to visit please let us know and we will try to accommodate your request.

About our tours

All of our winery and wine tasting tours in Japan are scheduled on demand from our customers, and each tour is unique, private and customized for your particular interest and desire. Our tours are flexible and relaxed and allow you to enjoy tasting Japanese Koshu wine at your own leisure.

Prices listed on home page are per person and are for 2 – 5 person booking.

For single person private tour booking rate please inquiry for the current rate.

Normal group size is 2-5 person, for groups 5-10 person please inquiry for details.

Group size is limited to 10 person max.

Tour schedule is subject to change due to unexpected circumstance, natural disaster, severe weather conditions, etc.

Must be 20+yrs to participate. Drinking and driving, and underage drinking is prohibited by Japanese law.

Drivers of automobiles, motorcycles(including passengers), or bicycles are not allowed to consume alcohol during the tour. * Please do not drink while pregnant or breastfeeding. * Please enjoy the tour by drinking moderately.

Winery Tours Japan specializes in custom Winery & Wine Tasting tours in the Koshu valley of Yamanashi Japan. Using our regional knowledge of the Katsunuma / Enzan Koshu valley wine area, and our local connections to the wine makers, we create a fun and safe tour customized just for you. In addition to wine tasting you can also enjoy whiskey and sake tasting as well.

We welcome you to discover and enjoy the many excellent varieties of Koshu Wine, Whiskey, & Sake that Yamanashi has to offer.

Most of the wineries we visit are in the Katsunuma / Enzan wine making area of Yamanashi. This area is located in the Koshu valley about 90 minutes from Tokyo.  It is easily accessed by train or highway bus from Shinjuku station.

Koshu grape: The grape of Yamanashi

Japan wine is produced from three main grape varieties: Koshu indigenous (V.vinifera), Muscat Bailey A (a hybrid of V.vinifera and V.labrusca) and Delaware (a natural cross of V.labrusca and V.vinifera). The main white wines of Yamanashi are: Koshu, Delaware, Chardonnay, Niagara, Semillon. The main red wines are: Muscat Baily A, Kyoho, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Adriondac, Black Queen, Baily Alicante A, Kai Noire, Cabernet Franc.

Koshu: the unique wine of Yamanashi

Yamanashi prefecture is the oldest and largest producer of Koshu wine in Japan. The Katsunuma region of the Koshu valley is the heart of Koshu wine making and grape cultivation in Yamanashi. With 71 wineries and 82 factories, the vignerons of Yamanashi produce over 300 different brands of Japanese wine. Koshu wine is the largest variety produced, followed by Muscat Bailey A and Delaware. Several European varieties account for about 5% of total Japan wine production in Yamanashi.

The flavour of Koshu

The white wine of Koshu is said to have some similarity to Savignon Blanc. Koshu is light in color, with subtle aromas of citrus and white peach. Koshu wine is produced using three methods: The first one is a clear and sharp wine made with the Sur lie method, the second is fuller and more rounded wine aged in oak barrels, and the third type is a uniquely flavored type of wine. Koshu wine with its low alcohol and crisp acidity results in a taste that is delicate and subtle, and makes a nice pairing with Japanese cuisine that is inspired by fresh seafood, light meats and seasonal vegetables.

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Our Wineries Château Mercian Katsunuma Winery

The Château Mercian Katsunuma Winery has not only vineyards and a winemaking area, but also a wine museum, tasting counter and shop. It forms the core of the Château Mercian wineries. Now, we offer the English Guided Tours (advance reservation required), but there’s plenty to see even if you’re not on a tour so please feel free to drop in.

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Wine Gallery

Hospitalitystaff will wellcome you. Wines only available here also sold at wine shop.

Underground Cellar

500 to 600 barrels in this cellar. From one barrel, approximately 200 bottles can be produced.

* Limited only for the Tour

In order to make high quality wines in a consistent manner, large stainless steel tanks are lined up in a row.

* Limited only for Premium Tour

Iwaimura Vineyard

We are cultivating approximately 20 grapes in this vineyard by vertical shoot positioning (VSP) pruning, which is general in Europe. You can see the difference of grape varieties and age of vines.

Just stop by and enjoy our wines !

Tasting Counter

We offer a selection of limited wines that are only available in wineries, and at the tasting counter, we have more than 20 wines by the glass at all times.

* There is a charge for wines. Menu subject to change without notice.

The shop stocks every wine made by Château Mercian. You’ll find special limited-edition wines only available at the winery! Questions about wine ? What the different types are like, or which ones you might prefer ? Just ask our staff, they’re happy to help!

* Some products are only available in limited quantities. We apologize in advance if your choice is not available.

Wine Museum

Built in 1904, the oldest wooden winery in existence in Japan is now open to the public as "Château Mercian Wine Museum". Here you can learn about the birth and evolution of Japanese wine and the history of Château Mercian. You can appreciate the trajectories and achievements of the predecessors who founded today's Château Mercian and see precious winemaking equipment that has actually been used here for over 100 years, the oldest bottles of Japan wine transition of labels, and so on.

Château Mercian Katsunuma Winery Access & Hours

Château mercian visitor center.

From "Kastunuma" exit (CHUO EXPWY) 3 minutes.

From "Katsunumabudōkyō" Station (JR Chuo Main Line) 8 minutes by taxi or from "Enzan" Station (JR Chuo Main Line) 10 minutes by taxi.

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Katsunuma Winery

Nobel laureate yasunari kawabata's favorite wine.

Founded in 1937, Katsunuma Jozo Winery is an impressively large vineyard that has produced wine for the last three generations. The winery offers tours of the vineyards, cellars, and wine production for guests to see the various steps involved when producing high quality wine. Also known as Aruga Branca, this winery uses the popular Koshu Grapes. These grapes are famous for Japanese wine, and produce a flavor that can't be matched. Guests can enjoy a sample of the wines in the tasting rooms, or at there onsite restaurant: Le Vent. Those who stop for a meal in Le Vent can expect delicious pairings of wine and local food. If that isn't enough to convince you, Japanese writer and winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1968 Yasunari Kawabata is known to love the wine from Katsunuma Winery. Curious how Yasunari Kawabata's favorite wine tastes? Add the Katsunuma Jozo Winery to your vacation with Japan Deluxe Tour's affordable line of day trips and add-on's for a stop at this incredible winery!

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10 Wine Tasting Spots in Yamanashi

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Just a train ride away from central Tokyo, Yamanashi Prefecture's Katsunuma region is home to over 30 wineries. Take a day trip from Japan's capital to explore this bucolic area and enjoy tastings of all the different flavors of the local Japan-made wine. Discover your favorite!

Château Mercian (シャトー・メルシャン)

http://www.chateaumercian.com/en/

This winery is run by the Mercian Corporation (part of Kirin , famous for their beer). Two winery tours are available by reservation: the Standard course includes a tour that last an hour and a tasting of three of their wines, while the Premium course runs for 90 minutes and the tasting includes six wines. If you prefer to skip the tour (which is only available in Japanese) visitors can also check out the wine gallery, a part of the vineyards and the tasting cafe', where you can order from a selection of tasting menus, as well as meals and tasty desserts. This pretty spot is popular both with families and couples looking for a fun day out from Tokyo. Address: 1425-1 Katsunumacho, Shimoiwasaki, Koshu-shi, Yamanashi How to get there: the winery is a 30-minute walk from Katsunumabudokyo Station on the JR Chuo Line, or a short taxi ride. Phone number: 0553-44-1011 Business hours:　9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed on Tuesday and during New Year's holidays

- www.chateaumercian.com

Grande Polaire Katsunuma Winery (グランポレール勝沼ワイナリー)

http://www.sapporobeer.jp/brewery/katsunuma/index.html

Run by Sapporo Breweries, this large winery offers tours exclusively on weekends and national holidays. The tours (only available in Japanese) take you through their vineyards, fermenting facilities, cave and (of course!) ends with a tasting session. The modern and luxurious guest room where they hold tastings of over 10 different types of wine makes it particularly popular with couples. Be aware that during busy periods in the wine-making season (February and from mid-August to mid-November) they are closed, so be sure to check the calendar on their site. Address: 577 Katsunumacho, Watazuka, Koshu-shi, Yamanashi How to get there: the winery is a 30-minute walk from Yamanashishi Station on the JR Chuo Line, or a short taxi ride from the station Telephone number: 0553-44-2345 Business hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed on Wednesday, national holidays and in February and mid-August to mid-November

- www.sapporobeer.jp

Chateau Katsunuma (シャトー勝沼)

http://www.chateauk.co.jp/winery/

Chateau Katsunuma is the oldest winery in the Katsunuma area. Their tours run every 15 minutes and you don't need to reserve (or even pay), ideal if you just want to pop in for a quick visit. The winery is very easy to get to, as it is only a 15-minute walk from Katsunumabudokyo Station, so is great for those getting to the area by train. Besides the chance to taste a selection of their wines, they also offer free grape juice tastings for children and those who don't drink alcohol. Address: 4729 Katsunumacho, Hishiyama, Koshu-shi, Yamanashi How to get there: the winery is a 15-minute walk from Katsunumabudokyo Station on the JR Chuo Line Telephone: 0553-44-0073 Business hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Irregular closures

- www.chateauk.co.jp

Manns Wines Katsunuma Winery (マンズワイン)

https://mannswines.com/winery/katsunuma/

Manns Wine's famous "Solaris" wines have won awards both within Japan and internationally... and here you can try them on the spot! For the very modest price of ¥500, you can try four varieties of these premium wines, and if you buy a bottle (or two!) of Solaris brand wines you will even be reimbursed the tasting fee. The winery's other vintages can be tasted for free, and the shop also has a vast variety of local goodies for sale. Address: 400 Katsunumachoyama, Koshu-shi, Yamanashi How to get there: the winery is a 30-minute walk from Enzan Station on the JR Chuo Main Line, or a short taxi ride from the station Telephone number: 0553-44-2285 Business hours: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (shop and tasting 5 p.m.) Closed on New Year's holidays and occasional irregular dates

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Katsunuma Jozo Winery (勝沼醸造)

http://www.katsunuma-winery.com/english/index.html

Ｗhile this winery is rather petite, the charming retro building, elegant labels and carefully crafted wines make it a spot you definitely want to add to your itinerary. There are two types of tours, but the tasting course (which costs ¥1500 yen) is the best option for those who do not speak Japanese. At the attached Le Vent restaurant, you can enjoy their wines along with French cuisine under beautiful vaulted cielings. Address: 371 Katsunumacho, Shimoiwasaki,Koshu-shi, Yamanashi How to get there: the winery is four kilometers away from Katsunumabudokyo Station, so taking a taxi is recommended. Telephone number: 0553-44-0069 Business hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed on New Year's holidays and irregular dates

- www.katsunuma-winery.com

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The Best Wineries and Distilleries with Tours: Japan’s Hidden Gems

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What could be better than an afternoon in the countryside with some delicious foods, good friends, and beautiful scenery? The same situation with a glass of wine or whiskey, of course! This article is going to give you the details of Japan’s hidden wine and whiskey industries, and introduce some opportunities to go on tours with the best Japanese guides. Read on to learn more about Japanese wine and whiskey!

About Katsunuma Wine in Koshu area

Koshu was a province that was established in the Nara period and existed until the Meiji Restoration and was regarded as an important region for defense during the Edo Period.

Koshu province is now known as Yamanashi prefecture, and there remains a city named Koshu in Yamanashi. Now, Koshu is one of the most famous areas in Japan for wine. The area is famous for its regional specialty called Koshu wine, a type of wine made from a variety of grapes called Koshu grapes.

Katsunuma, an area in Koshu city located just 90 minutes from Tokyo, is wine country within the city. Katsunuma is located in a valley just North of Mount Fuji. You can enjoy panoramic views of the region and Mount Fuji. There are 31 wineries in the Katsunuma area of Koshu. Here 27% of all Japanese wine is produced, with the main variety being local Koshu white wine.

The best season to visit the Katsunuma area is in October when the vines are full of ripe grapes ready for picking and winemaking. You can enjoy a winery tour where you can sip on different varieties of local wine. Perhaps you can try your hand at some winemaking yourself as well. Grape-stomping is another fun activity that is sure to be a highlight of your trip. Most wineries also offer grape juice tasting for children, those who do not drink, or designated drivers. The area is very welcoming for all types of travelers and is a must-visit for any wine lover.

How to get to Katsunuma

The best way to reach Katsunuma is to take the Chuo Rapid Line. Take the Limited Express “Azusa” or “Kaiji” and get off at Katsunuma Budokyo station. You can board the train at Shinjuku, Tachikawa, or Hachioji station.

By car or by funk bass

There is a highway express bus departing from Shinjuku bus terminal that connects Tokyo and Katsunuma. There are multiple departures daily, but some of the busses skip Katsunuma. Be careful when reserving a seat to ensure your bus stops at Katsunuma.

If you want to go by car, you can use the Chuo Expressway, which is a toll highway running from through Tokyo and Yamanashi. Please note that most visitors will need to possess an international driver’s license to operate a vehicle in Japan.

Alternatively, you can join a tour with knowledgable local guides. Tokyo Travel Assist offers a winery tour. They will use their expertise and take you to some of the best wineries in Katsunuma. If you want to get in contact with them, use this form on their website. They offer other tours around Japan as well, so take a look through their website to combine your winery tour with other activities to make your perfect trip itinerary.

Three best wineries

There are roughly 30 wineries in Katsunuma so it can be difficult for travelers to find the best winery to visit. We recommend the following wineries:

Mars Hosaka Winery

Mars Hosaka Winery is built on a low hill in Katsunuma. On a clear sunny day, you can even enjoy a view of Mount Fuji in the horizon.

Their wines are world-class wines that have won multiple awards in Japan and have gained acclaim abroad too. You can find precious aged wine here alongside many fresh bottles of Koshu wine.

Address: 8−1 Kamiimai Hosakamachi, Nirasaki, Yamanashi Tel: 0551-45-8883 Email: Contact form Hours: March – November: 9:00～17:00 December – February:  10:00～16:00

Katsunuma Winery

Katsunuma Winery is a winery with over 140 years of history. Their wines utilize only the indigenous Koshu grape variety, making them authentic Katsunuma wines.

Their famous line of wines called Koshu Aruga Branca Brilhante is incredibly difficult to find outside of Japan, so a visit to the Katsunuma winery is a must for those looking to get their hands on a bottle of Katsunuma Winery’s wine.

Address: 371 Shimoiwasaki Katsunumacho, Koshu, Yamanashi Tel: 0553-44-0069 Email: Contact form Hours: 9:00～18:00

Grace Wine 

Grace Wine is a winery in Katsunuma whose wines have acquired numerous awards over the years. 

There is a wine bar featuring Grace Wine’s products inside of Ishiwa-Onsen station which is a little-known to tourists but a great visit for those looking to casually sample some of Grace Wine’s products.

Address: 173 Todoroki Katsunumacho, Koshu, Yamanashi Tel: 0553-44-1230 Email: Contact form Hours: 9:00～16:30

Budo-no-Oka

Budo-no-Oka is not a winery but a local wine tasting center. Budo-no-Oka features a wine restaurant, a shop, a hotel, and a barbecue restaurant. We recommend Budo-no-Oka for those looking to not only sample but also understand the differences in different kinds of wine. You can try a number of wines from the Katsunuma region, making it an efficient one-stop-shop for travelers.

Address: 5093 Katsunumacho Hishiyama, Koshu, Yamanashi Tel: 0553-44-1230 Email: Contact form Hours: 9:00～16:30

About Japanese whiskey

Japan is known around the world for its sake, or traditional Japanese rice wine. In shops around the world, you can try different varieties of Japanese sake. However, you may be surprised to hear that Japan is also becoming a hotspot for whiskey production as well. Japanese whiskey has been getting popular in recent years and consequently getting more expensive. What’s so unique about Japanese whiskey is that it utilizes pure water from the peak of Mount Fuji, giving it a unique and delicious taste.

Three recommended distilleries

Since most people are not aware of Japan’s growing whiskey market, most people also do not know where to find authentic Japanese whiskey distilleries. Here are three whiskey distilleries we recommend:

Suntory’s Hakushu distillery

Suntory’s Hakushu Distillery is a whiskey distillery located in Hokuto, Yamanashi used for the production of Suntory’s famous Hakushu whiskey. This distillery offers two ways to enjoy its facilities.

The first is to look around at your own pace without the help of a guide by exploring the history of whiskey in the Suntory Museum of Whiskey. Note that you cannot gain access to the production process if you choose to browse by yourself.

The second way is to join the Hakushu Distillery Tour where you can get exclusive access to the production area. You can watch malt whiskey production and enjoy the aroma of 10, 20, and even 30-year old aging whiskey in the warehouse.

Besides the tour, you can enjoy limited-edition whiskeys on site. The staff can offer snack pairings with different kinds of whiskey. After trying different varieties, you are welcome to buy a bottle for yourself.

At the Hakushu Distillery, there is also a forest restaurant called “White Terrace”. The restaurant offers mouthwatering dishes made with local ingredients. Furthermore, all of the dishes go well with whiskey! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the distillery in the countryside while sipping on some quality Japanese whiskey.

Tokyo Travel Assist offers a Suntory Hakushu Distillery and Tasting Tour. One of Tokyo Travel Assist’s knowledgable local guides will take you on a trip to Suntory’s Hakushu Distillery. Not only will you be accompanied by a friendly local during your visit, but also you will be escorted to and from your accommodation, so there is no concern about getting lost in the countryside. Be sure to check out the Suntory Distillery and Tasting tour page that gives you all of the details of the tour.

Address: 2913-1 Torihara Hakushucho, Hokuto, Yamanashi Tel: 075-35-2211 Email: Contact form Hours: 9:30～16:30

Suntory’s Yamazaki distillery

Suntory’s Yamazaki Distillery is in the Western part of Japan near Osaka and Kyoto. Similar to the Hakushu Distillery, the Yamazaki Distillery offers two ways to enjoy its facilities.

The first is to look around at your own pace without the help of a guide by exploring the history of whiskey in the Yamazaki Museum of Whiskey. Note that you cannot gain access to the production process if you choose to browse by yourself.

The second way is to join the Yamazaki Distillery Tour where you can get exclusive access to the production area. You can see the various steps of whiskey production here. The warehouse is also open to tour participants, where a guide will explain the process of whiskey maturation.

Address: 5-2-1 Yamazaki Shimamotocho, Mishimagun, Osaka Tel: 075-962-1423 Email: Contact form Hours: 10:00～16:45

Kirin’s Fuji Gotemba distillery

Kirin’s Fuji Gotemba Distillery is located Gotemba, a city located right beside Mount Fuji. This Distillery offers three kinds of free distillery tours. One is 30 minutes long, one is 70 minutes long, and one is 90 minutes long. The shortest tour is for casual visitors who are interested in learning the basic history and facts of whiskey through a movie. The tour includes one glass of whiskey for tasting.

The longer tours are for those who are more interested in the details of whiskey production. The 70-minute long tour is the most popular as it allows visitors to view the production process up close. Participants also get to try two different kinds of whiskey on this tour! The 90-minute long tour offers an exclusive opportunity for participants to walk through the maturation warehouse. The 90-minute long tour also offers a chance to sample two different whiskeys on the tour.

Address: 970 Shibanta, Gotenba, Shizuoka Tel:0550-89-4909 Email: Contact form Hours: 9:00～16:30

About Tokyo Travel Assist’s Winery or Distillery Tour

Tokyo Travel Assist offers an amazing tour for wine or whiskey lovers visiting Japan. Tokyo Travel Assist offers completely customizable tours that are tailored to your wants and needs. You can go to wineries, whiskey distilleries, or even both! Although their tour page only lists the Suntory Hakushu Distillery Tasting Tour, you can let them know if you would like to visit some wineries in Katsunuma, or maybe go to the Suntory Yamazaki or Fuji Gotemba Whiskey Distilleries.

You can always trust Tokyo Travel Assist because they have knowledgable guides who will help you just like a friend before and during your trip to Japan. Their tour page features a number of tours that you can combine to make a perfect trip to Japan.

After reading this article, you probably feel like sipping on some wine in the shadows of Mount Fuji or tasting some aged whiskey in a real production plant. Now that you know the best wineries and distilleries in Japan, you can easily make a trip by yourself or with the help of a friendly guide.

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Katsunuma: Japan's Wine Country

Wine lovers can bask in 31 wineries in Yamanashi

The quaint mountain town of Katsunuma is packed with wineries, hot springs and amazing views in the heart of Japan's wine country.

I took weekend trips here in the summer and again this fall. The fall colors, grapevine-covered country side and bright blue sky made it two days of picturesque tranquility.

Actually, Katsunuma merged into what is now called Koshu . The Koshu area is known for its wine production as well as “viniculture,” or science, production and study of grapes. Katsunuma is still known for its Wine and Grape Festival. With 24 local wineries on site, the fest that offers free wine saw its 62nd year earlier this month. I didn't get a chance to go, but it's on my list for next year!

Katsunuma produces 27 percent of Japan’s wine. Along with grapes, the region that’s north of Mt. Fuji is also a producer of peaches and plums. There are 31 wineries in Katsunuma, according to an article in Japan Montly Web Magazine.

You can pick grapes from September through October, but I only got a chance to taste the sweet fruits of the labor while I was there, not pick any of them. I saw perfect deep-purple grapes delicately dangling in vineyards as I strolled along the narrow streets of Katsunuma. I also, for the first time, got to sink my teeth into muscat grapes. The plump green grapes are what Moscato wine is made from, and they had a sweetly unique taste I couldn’t get enough of.

There are many small bed-and-breakfast accommodations to stay in after sightseeing. Notably and affordably, there is a hostel called, Katsunuma Budokyo Youth Hostel, about a 20-minute walk from the station.

A few notable wineries are Manns Wines , Haramo Wine and Chateau Mercian. Many types of grapes are grown, thus making for a notable variety of wines to try.

For the most relaxing view of the area, go to the hot spring bath “Tenku no Yu,” where you can take an open-air bath while overlooking the city and the Japanese Southern Alps .

Getting there

About a 1-hour-and-30-minute trip by JR Chuo Line Limited express “Azusa” or “Kaiji” from Shinjuku Station to Katsunuma-budokyo Station.

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Katsunuma: Japan’s Wine Country

Katsunuma is a short trip from Tokyo that is sure to give you an experience that you never thought possible in Japan. Wine country here is standing strong and waiting for your visit.

By Lisa Hong Jun 27, 2014 4 min read 2

I was surprised to learn that quite a few areas in Japan made wine (ie. Nagano, Hokkaido, Niigata, and Katsunuma) and became curious to find out about Japan produced wines. Was it good? Was it popular? How was it compared to European wines?

I have previously written about the care put into Japanese sake and craft beer , but wine is much more high-maintenance, which is why I was intrigued that a country so humid would attempt such a task.

Vines need extreme cold, hot, and dryness to produce grapes suitable for wine production. But apparently, wine-making in Japan has been occurring since the Meiji Period, when Japan opened its doors to the Western world.

A wine unique to Japan is made from the Koshu grape. Now, here’s where the high-maintenance comes into play. One can’t just crush and ferment this grape. Because Japan is so humid, wine-makers have to extract the sugar from the Koshu, make sure all of the percentages are just right, and then go through the fermenting process. What is produced from this arduous procedure? A white wine that perfectly compliments Japanese food!

Japanese producers also make red wines and other whites. To compete in the industry, though, the wines need to have some familiar Western qualities, but its differences should be appreciated. To try it for yourself, I don’t suggest that you purchase a bottle blindly. I am a firm believer in tasting before you buy.

Katsunuma, wine country in Yamanashi, is only an hour and a half from Tokyo, but it feels like a world away, with its slow-paced vibe and the fact that English is not readily spoken, Japanese will be needed for the best experience. When you arrive at the Katsunuma-budokyo station, the main way to get around is by taxi (another option is to rent a car from Tokyo and drive to this area yourself).

Katsunuma offers a range of wines that would fit any of your favorite foods. Most tastings are complimentary, but bottle purchases are recommended. The best way to try and purchase wine is by imagining what food you would want to pair with it.

Wineries are sprinkled across this region, but I will highlight my favorites below.

I adore small-production, family-owned wineries, and I highly recommend a visit to Haramo Winery . Their wines are the best that I have tasted in Japan. Approachable, smooth, nice finish. Reminiscent of French styles without being a copy-cat. I bought a couple bottles of dry reds that went really well with a variety of bakery selections. While you are at Haramo, enjoy the cafe lunch specials while overlooking the vineyards.

Yamanashi Wine is also worth visiting, especially for the cellar tour, where you can surround yourself with aromatic barrels and beautifully-dusty aged bottles. In the tasting room, try the white and sweet wines – they are brilliant! Perfect for this upcoming summer.

Finally, there is Budo No Oka , which is situated on top of a lovely hill. It is a huge complex which includes hotel, onsen, vineyard, restaurants, gift shop, and tasting cave. Staying here overnight is the best way to fully enjoy the setting; because you are located on a hill, the views are breath-taking. If you can’t stay, at least try the wine-tasting. You are given a French-style tastevin, and then you enter a cave with open bottles, categorized by whites and reds, sweet to dry. This is a self-service experience (1,100 yen for unlimited tastes), so pace yourself! Your favorite bottles can be purchased in the gift shop.

Katsunuma is a day or overnight trip from Tokyo that is sure to give you an experience that you never thought possible in Japan. Wine country here is standing strong and waiting for your visit.

Katsunuma-budokyo Station: 1.5 hours from Tokyo, accessible by the JR Chuo Line

Haramo Winery 3181 Katsunuma, Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City, 409-1316 TEL: 0553-44-0121 Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Tasting Fee: Complimentary (bottle purchase is recommended) *Owner speaks English. Call ahead to see when he will be available.

Yamanashi Wine 835 Shimo-iwasaki Katsunuma-cho Koshu City, 409-1313 TEL: 0553-44-0111 E-mail: [email protected] Hours: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Tasting Fee: Complimentary (bottle purchase is recommended) *Owner speaks English. Call or e-mail ahead to see when he will be available.

Budo No Oka 5093 Hishiyama, Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City, 409-1302 TEL: 0553-44-2111 Hours: 11 am – 5 pm Website (Japanese): http://budounooka.com/ Tasting Price: 1,100 yen Onsen: 600 yen (unless staying at the hotel) *To book a room, call Budo No Oka directly (Japanese only). Prices vary by day and season.

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We love the idea of staying here…but is hope lost if we don’t speak a lick of Japanese? Any tips?

I’m going to Tokyo very soon, would LOVE to visit one of these places! I love wine and especially winery tours. My Japanese is still pretty poor, but I might attempt it. Thanks for this, I was wondering about wine production in Japan. 🙂

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Japan’s under-the-radar wine scene turns out so much more than sake. get off the main tourist circuit and discover a distinctly japanese take on all things wine in the koshu valley, an hour west of tokyo..

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The Japanese wineries of the Koshu Valley, in the Yamanashi Prefecture, invite visitors for wine tastings and exploration.

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Nestled between the Japanese Alps to the north and Mount Fuji to the south, Japan ’s Koshu Valley is the setting for over 70 sweeping vineyards. Here, in the Yamanashi Prefecture, grape clusters don tiny hats (called kasa ) that protect them from the rain (after a few generous tastings, you might expect them to tip them to you and say konnichiwa ). Only over an hour from Tokyo , the fertile valley beckons with fruit farms and vineyards, where centuries of winemaking traditions endure, bolstered by more modern interpretations of wine country hospitality. Western and native grapes are widely cultivated, including the popular native koshu, which turns out a soft and fruity white wine with citrus and peach notes, as well as muscat bailey a, which typically lends itself to a light and fruity red but may also be blended with Western varietals like cabernet sauvignon and merlot to make a heftier, more complex wine.

Beyond the vines, Japan’s volcanic geology ensures that the Koshu Valley, like much of the nation, is home to plenty of natural onsen , or hot springs. If winetastings and hot springs sound like the perfect pairing, book into a charming lodge (like a ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn) in one of the wine region’s valleys or surrounding mountain towns and stay a while.

Here, we focus on five of the Koshu Valley’s very best towns. Keep in mind, you’ll be well off-the-beaten tourist track in these parts: A translator may come in handy; Mount Fuji Yamanashi Guide-Interpreter Association (FYGIA) has many English-speaking guides in the region.

The koshu grape harvest in Katsunuma, where you can even taste wine in an ancient temple.

It’s said that Japan’s first grapes were planted in small-town Katsunuma some 1,000 years ago, and it’s likewise where the nation’s winemaking tradition kicked off about 140 years ago. During the approach to Katsunuma from Tokyo by train or car (a 90-minute ride), the buildings melt away, replaced by vineyards and fruit trees, all against the backdrop of mountains. The town, with attractions like the 8th-century Daizenji Temple , aka “The Grape Temple” (the only temple in Japan to offer winetastings, it’s said to be the birthplace of the koshu variety—and a great spot to enjoy a glass), is situated within walking distance of over a dozen wineries. Try Katsunuma Winery , where you can pop into the tasting room for a pour or pair its wines with a meal at the winery’s on-site French restaurant, Le Vent (the chicken asparagus salad pairs wonderfully with its Aurga Branca Clareza, a crisp white made from the koshu grape). Or sample many of the area’s producers in one convenient spot at Budo-no-Oka (Grape Hill), a communal wine cellar established by several local wineries, which also touts a hotel with onsen and several restaurants.

Where to Stay: The casual, six-room Suzuki-en B&B unfolds across several converted, 19th-century wooden buildings set around a small courtyard and surrounded by vineyards.

In Kamijo Village, enjoy a rustic stay in a traditional home at the Moshi Moshi House.

Kamijo Village

Set in the northern part of the valley, picturesque and petite Kamijo Village contains a variety of traditional, early 20th-century buildings (called koshu minka, they were once employed for silkworm cultivation) and small shrines, hidden away in its narrow streets and farm-connecting pathways. (For scale, a walk from the Fukuzoin Temple—its main landmark—around the entirety of the village only takes about an hour.) Kamijo Village is located less than a 15-minute drive from a nexus of wineries, like winery/brewery hybrid Okunota Winery & Okuno Sake Brewery or Kai Winery , which turns out a wide range of Japanese and Western varietals in a 200-year-old building. When you’re all tasted out, consider an excursion into the mountains: Within a 30-minute drive is the forested Mount Kurokawa, where you can hike past an old gold mine (where Japanese coins were once sourced in the 16th century), and Mount Daibosatsu. Whether you hike (it’s six hours there and back) or drive, Mount Daibosatsu’s summit is considered one of the best vantage points over Mount Fuji.

Where to Stay: If you’re feeling adventurous, rent one of Kamijo Village’s traditional thatched houses with a stay at the Moshi Moshi House, where you can opt in for a locals-led cooking class based on houtou noodles. Or try the minimalist, four-room Zen and Bed , situated next to Erinji Temple, where daily meditation and vegetarian meals are part of the experience.

Stuck-in-time Ashiwaga is home to the Fujiwara House, a mid-18th-century farmhouse turned community center.

Technically part of the greater city of Fuefuki, the Ashigawa quarter is essentially a collection of small farming villages that snake along the Mitake Shōsen Gorge. Although it feels wonderfully remote, the area is only 30 minutes from Fuefuki’s main winery hub, a neighborhood that contains popular spots like Grace Winery , with its buzzing tasting room, and the eponymous Fuefuki Winery where you can have a go at making your own wine (from grape stomping to label making). Back in Ashigawa, don’t miss a visit to the Fujiwara House , a mid-18th-century thatched farmhouse-cum-community center that’s staffed by local farmers—many of whom are in their 80s and 90s—who serve visitors free green tea, seasonal fruits, and sweets and love to speak about the area. Ashigawa is also popular with hikers, thanks to the stunning views of Mount Fuji from the bluffs of Mount Kurodake. The hiking route is called the Shindo Pass (or Shindotoge), and during the summer it’s possible to see 2 million wild lily of the valley, or suzuran , en route.

Where to Stay: There’s only one real lodging option in Ashigawa (apart from hiking lodges): rent one of two private houses at the folksy Loof Inn Ashigawa ; it dates to 1907 and features an open-hearth communal dinner, with more than 100 local and imported wines to choose from.

Isawa Onsen

At the southern end of the Koshu Valley, in the greater Fuefuki region, the small town of Isawa Onsen maintains an attractive collection of ryokan and hot spring hotels and spas (like the Kaisen Healing Resort Spa ), making it a great base for wine country exploration. But you needn’t leave the town for some great tasting opportunities: Within a 10-minute walk of the Isawa Onsen train station (a two-hour rail trip from Tokyo), Mars Yamanashi Winery offers tours and private tastings, while Monde Winery and Vineyards pairs tastings with a culinary boutique full of wine-centric treats (like raisins covered with wine-flavored yogurt). Notable for art buffs, the Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art (20 minutes by car from Isawa Onsen) combines an outdoor sculpture park with a gallery featuring modern and contemporary artists from Japan and beyond.

Where to Stay: While there are many ryokan to choose from, the 118-room Hanayagi No Sho Keizan is one example that really shines, for its open-air stone onsen, spa, naturally heated indoor pool, and nightly Japanese drum show.

Just 30 minutes from wine country, the town of Lake Kawaguchiko makes for an atmospheric base as one of the Fuji Five Lakes, with Mount Fuji views aplenty.

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Lake Kawaguchiko

A little outside of wine country but close enough to enjoy the wineries of the Koshu Valley (situated about 30 minutes to the south), Lake Kawaguchiko is an enchanting lakefront town that sits upon one of the Fuji Five Lakes, with Mount Fuji affording a stunning backdrop. You can venture into the valley for tastings at spots like Alps Winery , for its heftier, Western-style wines, or Win Winery , a small-scale family operation. Or stay in town to sample local varietals at establishments like wine museum/bar Memoire Kawaguchiko Wine Hall or Cafe Buddy’s , a wine bar and shop that serves European cuisine. Lake Kawaguchiko is also home to the Kawaguchiko Music Forest that’s as magical as it sounds—the indoor/outdoor theme park and museum is devoted to automatic musical instruments, such as music boxes and mechanical organs. For panoramic views and fresh mountain air, take the Tenjo Yama Park Ropeway cable car that ascends more than 1,300 feet from the lakeshore to Mount Tenjo (you can then catch the cable car back down or opt to descend the mountain trail on foot).

Where to Stay: Book a stay at the 27-room Mizno Hotel , touting amenities like an open-air rooftop onsen and bar, library lounge, loaner bikes, and swan-shaped paddleboats to take out onto Lake Kawaguchiko—all of which have glorious Mount Fuji in full view.

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The Katsunuma area in the city of Koshu is famous for its vineyards and has a long history of fruit-growing. According to one local legend, the first grapes were planted here after the Buddhist priest Gyoki founded Daizenji Temple in 718. He had a vision of Yakushi, the Buddha of medicine and healing, holding a bunch of grapes and carved a statue of the deity. Later, Gyoki taught locals how to grow a variety that came to be known as Koshu grapes, which are still popular here today. By the 1800s, the area had become the home of Japanese viticulture, including winemaking. At Miyakoen and the Château Mercian Wine Museum, visitors can learn about early winemaking in Yamanashi. Katsunuma remains the heart of Yamanashi’s wine region and is particularly famous for its white wines. Sprawling vineyards lined with grape trellises run along both sides of the valley in front of Katsunuma-Budokyo Station. In August and September, the fields are filled with fresh grapes and many vineyards in the area offer a grape-picking experience. Nearly 40 wineries are based in the area and many can be toured year-round. The annual Katsunuma Grape Festival is held on the first Saturday of October, when visitors can sample local wines made from Koshu and Muscat Bailey A grapes. The gateway to wine country, Katsunuma-Budokyo Station’s distinctive two-floor stepped design includes multiple viewing spots over the valley below. Beside the station is a quiet path with views down the slopes that leads to an old switchback for the train line. The path is lined with cherry trees and is beautiful in spring. The station also includes a tourist information center and a bicycle rental stand.

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An hour and a half outside Tokyo lies the wine world's best-kept secret: the Koshu Valley. Framed by Mt. Fuji and the Japanese Alps, the area enjoys dramatic vistas and long hours of sunshine, with 70 wineries nestled in a valley blanketed with grapes. The flagship wine is an elegant, crisp white wine from the eponymous Koshu grape.

“ There is something quintessentially Japanese about a fine Koshu. The word zen keeps coming to mind. ”

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Grapes arrived in Japan from Europe a thousand years ago along the Silk Road. Mystery surrounds the origins of formal viticulture but one thing is undisputed - it all began in Katsunuma in the heart of the Koshu Valley.

Winemaking in Japan began in the late 19th Century to satisfy a new-found interest in Western tastes. Many of the leading Koshu winemakers are descended from these pioneers, splitting their passions between the indigenous Koshu grape and more recently planted European and American varieties.

Good wine begets good food, and healthy Japanese, French and fusion cuisine can be found in and around the wineries, perfectly placed between stops on a walking tour in the valley or perched in the surrounding hills.

See the sun go down over the snow-capped Japanese Alps and rise to reveal Mt. Fuji above the mist - Katsunuma in the Koshu Valley was once a stop for Edo period feudal lords on their way to and from Tokyo on the Koshu Kaido.

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Express trains run several times a day from Shinjuku in Tokyo direct to Katsunumabudokyo or Enzan in the Koshu Valley, allowing for an easy day trip from the capital. Travel times are comparable by car, taking an hour and a half from central Tokyo in clear traffic.

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Aruga Branca Clareza, Arugano Bosque, Aruga Branca Brilhante—that's not Japanglish, but some of the wines produced by Katsunuma Winery, and a peek into owner Yuji Aruga's clever and playful aesthetics. Aruga decided to give his wines these faux-Portuguese monikers after noticing that his last name sounded Portuguese, overlaid with the theory that the Portuguese first brought European wine to Japan.

Katsunuma Winery dates back to 1937 and have dedicated themselves to Koshu wines; in fact, every one of their white wines are made with Koshu grapes. They could be called the Koshu Whisperer: they really know how to work with Koshu grapes. Their single-minded passion for Koshu wines have attracted national and international acclaim and market, and today, their Koshu wines shine a beacon light on the future of Japanese Koshu wines. In fact, they are arguably the reason Koshu wines even have a global market today—in the 2000's, their Aruga Branca Pipa won multiple medals in the French competition Vinalies Internationales hosted by the French Brewer's Association, resulting in a collaboration with Bernard Magrez of Château Pape Clément, one of the oldest, most eminent wine estates in Bordeaux. This led to the creation of Magrez Aruga Koshu Isehara, the first Japanese wine ever to be exported to the EU.

The winery was already at the top of their game: their Brilhante was served at the G7 Ise-Shima Summit, they've been name-dropped in pop culture (in the manga Drops of God, a series about the son of a wine critic who must identify 12 wines in order to claim an inheritance), all thanks to the acumen and dynamism of President Aruga. With the return of his son Hirotaka from a wine-making stint at Simon Bize et Fils in Beaune, things are brewing in even more interesting ways at Katsunuma Winery. With a mind towards wine-making that brings out the terroir of Yamanashi, they're experimenting with natural yeasts, cutting out of the chaptalization (adding of sugar during fermentation), and making skin-contact wine made in qvevri, or Georgian clay concrete egg fermenters. (More interesting, useful, and helpful to this world than Gwyneth Paltrow's jade eggs, believe me.)

Flagship Product

Aruga Branca Line

Yamanashi Prefecture

Yamanashi Prefecture is located in the middle of Honshu, the mainland of Japan, about a two-hour train ride west from Tokyo. With Mt. Fuji and the five lakes surrounding it, great hiking, and beautiful hot springs, it is a popular destination. Katsunuma Winery is located in Katsunuma, in the heart of Yamanashi Prefecture. The soil and climate of Katsunuma was ill-suited for growing rice, but ideal for grapes, and Katsunuma became a major Koshu grape-producing region, as well as the birthplace of Japanese wine.

Hirotaka Aruga

Hirotaka Aruga joined Katsunuma Winery, his family's business, in 2007. After going abroad for three years to France to apprentice at Domaine Simon Bize et Fils in Beaune, he returned to the winery in 2012 as a wine maker.

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Awards & Accolades

2018 International Wine Winner Silver

From this Winery

Wonderful balance of crispness, freshness and a dash of umami.

Aruga Branca Clareza

Regular price $45

Tropical aromas of passionfruit and mango.

Arugano Bosque White Wine

Regular price $65

Regal, white gold coloring with even delicate bubbles.

Arugano Branca Brilhante Sparkling Wine

Regular price $115

Smooth acidity balanced with Japanese citrus fruits and minerality.

Arugano Branca Issehara

Regular price $145

Our Mission

Wine is the expression of the relationship between humans and nature. The winery takes pride in its small size and continues, as before, to create wines that show the uniqueness of Katsunuma.

The strength of Katsunuma rest on the magnetism of President Aruga, but the next generation as well: his three sons are separately in charge of the wine making, administration, and harvesting, and have come up with fresh, new ideas that showcase Koshu grapes. One of those ideas is to highlight the differences in the Koshus they harvest from within the same Koshu Valley, caused by the contrast in soils.

Two thirds of their wines are Koshu wines, out of which, their entire white wine selection is made only from Koshu grapes. They have three different fields within the same valley, and all three yield distinctly unique Koshu grapes.

The Iwai vineyard is 400 meters above sea level and has yellowish volcanic ash soil from Mount Fuji that is low in nutrients. It produces Koshus that have a fruit aroma that is more peachy than citrusy. Their pleasant bitterness matches incredibly well with the umami of Japanese food.

The Yamato vineyard is 500 meters above sea level and has sandy soil with good drainage that can take rain. The temperature difference between night and day is ideal, has good ventilation and low humidity. It produces grapes that have a pure, clean fruitiness and rich acidity. It also gives a good amount of minerality, and has a distinct flavor that is unique. The Kaneyama vineyard is 350 meters above sea level, and has clay soil layered with sand. It yields thick-skinned grapes that ferment slowly. Its wines have a long finish, and goes well with dashi in Japanese foods as well as sushi.

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You might think “ Wine in Japan? ” History of wine making in Japan started in the Edo period (19th century), and now wine is produced in various regions in Japan.

With Yoko a certified wine expert from Japan Sommelier Association , we offer a day tour in the Katsunuma region, where 80 vineyards in Katsunuma, the most premier wine region of Japan.

You will visit the most important estate vineyard in Katsunuma, that produces the authentic Japanese grape which raises some attention in the wine world, the “ Koshu ”.

And enjoy a “Yamanashi French course” with selected food using farm-fresh and locally grown ingredients.

Recommended for people who…

• …are looking for a day out of Tokyo
• …would want to taste exquisite Koshu wine
• If this tour is suitable for everyone, no alcohol will be served to person under 20 years old (legal adult age in Japan)

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Please be sure to read our FAQ to see what is included in the tour fee, other details and seasonal pricing.

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Wonderful Moscow Winter Tour

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Julia K.     Moscow, Russia

HELLO FRIENDS! My name is Julia and I have worked as a guide for many years. Before this job my,... more

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Activity level.

Adventure / Active, After Dark, Local Experience, Shopping

Kid Friendly: Yes. Friendly: Yes. Maximum travelers: 8

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Ukrainian (advanced), Russian (fluent), English (fluent)

Do you want to feel the real atmosphere of winter?

Like you saw in movies! Be ready for lots of lights and Christmas trees, delicious mulled wine and charming jazz music everywhere. And who knows, maybe a miracle is waiting for you right on the corner. We will meet in the lobby of your hotel and walk to the gorgeous Clean ponds, from which we will take a fairy tram. We will see the Stalin skyscrapers, the Moscow River, Moscow State University and Sparrow hills! Do you want to see how this big city breaths? You will! And you can take lots of pictures from a great view point. When it is time for fun - We will take the metro to one of the parks, where you will have your choice of ice-skating, sledding, or tubing. If you want to spend a day with flexible and knowledgeable person who will take care about you - book the tour. You won't regret it!) ometimes my tourists call me "mom" maybe because I am too worried about everything and I like to take care about everybody. So if you have small kids or you can't walk a lot, you will be fine with me.

Your memory-list: *Clean Ponds; *Stalin skyscrapers; *Sparrow hills (the view point is here); *the Moscow River; *Gorky Park (famous!) / Sokolniki Park / VDNH Park; *Red Square; *GUM (State Department Store); *Winter tram; *Caviar, hot drinks, jokes and fun! The tour can be customized upon travelers' requests. Please contact me if you need any other places on to add to the itinerary.

Meeting Point + Tour Duration

Meeting Point Options: Hotel

Duration: 3 hours 30 min.

Transportation

We will use public transportation

What’s Included

• Guiding Services
• Public Transportation Tickets

Other: Hot chocolate with homemade cookies

Estimated Local Cash Needed

100 Rubles - Any personal expenses The entrance to ice rink with rental of the shoes

What’s Extra

• Personal Expenses
• Food, Drinks, Snacks

Restrictions

I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.

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