At Suntory Tomi no Oka Winery (Kai City, Yamanashi Prefecture), special tours such as "Special Winery Tour 2014 Autumn Edition Talked by Wine Producers" will be held from September to October.

Event with tasting to enjoy Japanese wine (Source: Suntory)
Event with tasting to enjoy Japanese wine (Source: Suntory)

The special winery tour that wine producers talk about is that you can tour the winery with the producer. You can listen to the growing conditions of grapes and cultivation management methods, and taste 100% "Japanese wine" from the same winery while listening to the producer's commentary. The dates are September 23rd, October 4th, 18th and 25th. From 13:30 to 16:00 each day. The participation fee is 3,000 yen (tax included).

There will also be a "Grape Harvesting Experience Tour" where you can experience wine harvesting. You can also taste "Japanese wine" here. The dates and times are September 6th and 7th, from 9:30 to 11:30 each day. The participation fee is 4,000 yen (tax included).

Actually harvesting grapes for wine
Actually harvesting grapes for wine

In both cases, apply on the website or by phone. The deadline will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.