Yamanashi Wine Discovery One Day Private Tour from Tokyo

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Tokyo Station

  Your journey begins with hotel pick-up at most hotels in central Tokyo (within approximately a 7 km radius of Chiyoda Ward). Your friendly, knowledgeable guide will meet you at your hotel and accompany you by subway to Shinjuku Station, where you will board a limited express train bound for Yamanashi Prefecture. Blessed with abundant nature and spectacular views of Mt. Fuji, Yamanashi is Japan's premier wine-producing region. Your destination is Katsunuma, one of the country's most renowned wine towns, reached in approximately 90 minutes. This exclusive wine tour is also designed with sustainability in mind. Rather than traveling by private vehicle, you will use Japan's efficient rail network to reach the region, reducing your environmental impact while enjoying a comfortable and authentic travel experience. By choosing public transportation, the tour helps minimize carbon emissions and supports more sustainable tourism.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• (Pass by)

  After a scenic 1.5-hour train journey through the beautiful mountain landscapes of Yamanashi Prefecture, your guide will arrange a private eco-friendly hybrid vehicle and escort you into the fascinating world of Japanese wine.

  Admission ticket free
• 2
  Katsunuma Winery

  Nestled in the heart of Katsunuma, Yamanashi Prefecture, Katsunuma Jozo Winery is one of Japan's most respected family-owned wineries, with a history dating back to 1937. Dedicated to expressing the unique character of Japan's native grape varieties and local terroir, the winery has earned an outstanding reputation both domestically and internationally for producing refined, elegant wines. During your visit, you will enjoy a guided tour of the vineyard, where you will learn about the cultivation of grapes in Japan's ideal wine-growing climate and the philosophy behind the winery's meticulous craftsmanship. Your guide will introduce the winemaking process, from the vineyard to the bottle, offering fascinating insights into one of Japan's leading wine producers. Following the tour, you will have the opportunity to sample a selection of the winery's signature wines in a relaxed tasting experience.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Restaurant Kaze

  Located among the vineyards of Katsunuma, Restaurant Kaze is operated by Katsunuma Jozo Winery and offers Western-style cuisine with a distinctly Japanese touch. The restaurant is renowned for its signature roast beef, prepared for exceptional tenderness and rich flavor. Seasonal dishes highlight fresh local ingredients, and a selection of Katsunuma Jozo wines is available, with staff happy to recommend the perfect pairing. Surrounded by beautiful vineyards, Restaurant Kaze is an ideal place to experience the flavors of Japan's premier wine region.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 4

  Founded over 1,200 years ago, Daizenji Temple is affectionately known as Budo-dera, or the "Temple of Grapes." According to tradition, the temple is closely connected with the origins of grape cultivation in Japan, making it a unique destination where history, Buddhism, and wine culture come together. The temple's historic Yakushi-do Hall has been designated a National Treasure and enshrines a rare, hidden statue of Yakushi Nyorai, the Buddha of Healing, holding a bunch of grapes—a remarkable symbol found nowhere else in Japan. The sacred statue is normally hidden from public view and is displayed only on special occasions. Continuing a tradition that dates back centuries, Daizenji Temple cultivates its own grapes and produces wine, often referred to as "Buddha Wine." During your visit, you will have the opportunity to taste this distinctive wine while learning about the temple's fascinating connection to both Japanese Buddhism and the history of winemaking in Yamanashi.

  50 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5

  After completing the day's activities, you will return to the station and board the limited express train back to Tokyo. Sit back, relax, and enjoy another scenic 90-minute journey to Shinjuku Station. Upon arrival, your guide will accompany you by subway back to your hotel in central Tokyo, where the tour concludes with hotel drop-off.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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