Katsunuma Wineries Complete Travel Guide
Katsunuma in Koshu City is the heart of Japan's wine industry, home to dozens of wineries producing Koshu grape wine, with many boutique tasting rooms clustered within walking distance of each other in the Koshu Valley.
Quick Facts
Best Things to Do
- Taste Koshu, Japan's signature pale, crisp white wine grape grown in this valley for centuries.
- Walk between boutique wineries clustered around Katsunuma-budokyo Station and the Koshu Valley.
- Visit a long-established winery such as Katsunuma Winery, founded in 1937, for tastings and a look at production.
- Pair a tasting with local grape or wine-based dishes, or seasonal grape picking at nearby orchards.
Tickets and Fees
Checked in July 2026: most wineries charge small per-tasting fees or offer flight sets rather than a single entry ticket, and some pours are free with purchase. Fees, hours, and which wineries offer English-language tours can change, so check individual winery websites before visiting.
How to Get There
Katsunuma-budokyo Station is on the JR Chuo Line, about 90 minutes from Shinjuku Station by limited express. Many wineries are within walking distance of the station, though some require a short taxi ride or local shuttle.
Nearby Attractions
Combine a wine visit with Erin-ji Temple nearby, or continue on to Shosenkyo Gorge near Kofu for a full day around central Yamanashi.
Book Before You Go
Use official information for opening hours and ticket rules, then book tours or tickets only when they fit your route.