J-World Travel Co., Ltd. will begin selling the "Yamanashi Winery Day Bus Tour" starting Thursday, June 3, 2021.
Titled "Visit Yamanashi Wineries and Learn About Japanese Wine! Day Bus Tour," this tour reportedly offers a packed itinerary that includes visiting Daizenji Grape Temple, touring vineyards and wineries while listening to the producers at three wineries, and even experiencing farm work in the vineyards.
With a capacity of only 15 participants, remaining seats may already be running low.
Here, we will give you a quick overview of what the tour has to offer.
Head to the Famous Temple from "Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu"!
There was tremendous buzz surrounding the marriage announcement of actor and musician Gen Hoshino (40) and actor Yui Aragaki (32).
Co-starring in the TV drama series "The Full-Time Wife Escapist" (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu) is said to have sparked their relationship.
Commonly referred to as "Nigehaji," this drama is also famous for a scene where the characters stopped by "Daizenji Grape Temple," known for enshrining a statue of Yakushi Nyorai holding a bunch of grapes in hand.
Daizenji is the oldest wooden structure temple in the Kanto region and is also celebrated as a spot for matchmaking.
On the day of the tour, you might even be shown the exact spot where Mr. Hoshino and Ms. Aragaki sat.
Learn About Wine at 3 Wineries!
This tour visits three representative wineries of Yamanashi.
- Shirayuri Winery (L'Orient Wine)
- Lumiere Winery
- Chateau Sakaori Winery
At Shirayuri Winery L'Orient Wine, there will be tastings of Koshu and Muscat Bailey A, followed by two types of wine tastings at Lumiere Winery.
At Chateau Sakaori Winery, three types of wine tastings are scheduled.
Along with the history of each winery, plans include vineyard harvest experiences and winery tours, making it a rich itinerary where you can fully immerse yourself in Yamanashi wine.
Enjoy Wine to the Fullest on a Worry-Free Tour!
The departure date for the "Visit Yamanashi Wineries and Learn About Japanese Wine! Day Bus Tour" is Sunday, July 11 (scheduled from 7:00 to 18:30).
Furthermore, the tour includes a lavish lunch at "Restaurant Chanmoris," which overlooks vineyards right outside the window.
From passionate Japanese wine lovers to beginners, as well as fans of both "Nigehaji" and wine, this tour is sure to deliver great satisfaction.
Thorough precautions against COVID-19 will be in place, so why not join in?
"Visit Yamanashi Wineries and Learn About Japanese Wine! Day Bus Tour" Details
■ Date & Time: Sunday, July 11, 2021, 7:00–18:30
■ Meeting Location: In front of the Honda Aoyama Building, Aoyama-itchome Station Exit 5
■ Capacity: Up to 15 participants
■ Tour Fee: 19,500 yen (tax included)
■ Details Page: https://www.jw-trvl.co.jp/domestic/detail.php?tid=1175
■ How to Apply: Please apply via the website above.
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