Japan's Hidden Wine Country

Discover Japan's emerging wine scene in the shadow of Mount Fuji. Koshu grapes, meticulous craftsmanship, and a culture of perfection applied to wine.

5 experiences 🇯🇵 Japan moderate 3 days

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    Grace Wine Estate Tour

    Japan's most internationally acclaimed winery. Pioneer of premium Koshu since 1923, now in its 4th generation. Wines served at Japan state dinners. Appointment-only tours offer rare insight into premium Japanese winemaking.

    tour $$
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    Château Mercian Winery Museum

    Japan's oldest winery (1877), now part of Kirin Holdings. Excellent visitor center with museum showcasing 150 years of Japanese winemaking history. English audio guides available, tasting from ¥500.

    tour $
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    Marufuji Natural Wine Tasting

    Small family producer with artisan approach to natural winemaking. Weekend visits by appointment. Popular stop during the annual Katsunuma Winery Walk festival.

    wine_bar $
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    MGVs Design Winery

    Award-winning modern architecture with stunning Mt. Fuji views. Premium Koshu specialist with a minimalist design tasting room. The perfect blend of Japanese aesthetics and wine culture.

    wine_bar $$
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    Suntory Tomi no Oka Winery

    Suntory's flagship winery with stunning Mt. Fuji views from hilltop location. 90-minute tours include vineyard walk and 3-wine tasting. ¥1,000 tour fee. Closed December-March.

    tour $