Shiojiri Wine Tasting with a WSET Level 4 Wine Expert

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover Shiojiri, one of Japan’s renowned wine-producing regions, through a unique tasting experience featuring wines made exclusively in Shiojiri, Nagano.

Taste 3–5 locally produced wines paired with carefully selected foods that bring out each wine’s distinctive character. Explore differences in color, aroma, flavor, grape varieties, and style while learning how Shiojiri’s climate, soil, and natural environment shape its wines.

Your experience is guided by Kaori Takeda, an experienced wine educator who holds the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines & Spirits, WSET Level 3 Award in Sake, and the Japan Sommelier Association’s Wine Expert certification.

Kaori makes wine approachable and enjoyable, sharing the stories behind the grapes, local producers, land, and culture of Shiojiri without overwhelming you with technical details.

More than just a wine tasting, this experience offers a chance to discover a lesser-known side of Japan through its local wine, cuisine, landscape, and culture.

What's Included

Light snacks that pair well with wine
Several glasses of wine for a Shiojiri wine tasting.
An additional bottle of wine
Additional meal orders
Transportation costs to the hotel

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This is the shiojiri Wine Base, located inside the Hotel.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Discover Shiojiri, one of Japan’s most renowned wine-producing regions, through an unforgettable tasting experience featuring wines made exclusively in Shiojiri, Nagano.

During this experience, taste 3–5 different wines, all produced in Shiojiri, and enjoy carefully selected food pairings that bring out the unique character of each wine.

As you taste, explore the differences in color, aroma, flavor, grape varieties, and style. Learn how Shiojiri’s climate, soil, and natural environment influence the grapes and the wines produced here.

Your experience will be guided by Kaori Takeda, a highly qualified wine expert. Kaori holds the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines & Spirits, WSET Level 3 Award in Sake, and the Japan Sommelier Association’s Wine Expert certification. She has many years of experience in the wine industry and wine education.

Kaori believes that the more you learn about wine, the more enjoyable and delicious it becomes. Rather than simply giving you complicated technical information, she makes wine approachable and fun. As you taste each wine, she will share the stories behind the grapes, the land, the producers, and the culture of Shiojiri.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Wine Tastings
Small Group
Food & Drink
Spring Break
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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