The “Kuradashi Wine Bar” will be held in front of Kofu Station in Yamanashi from May 22 to 24, 2026.
It is designed as a delicious gathering place for wine producers and drinkers.
This year, 36 wineries will participate.
Here are the details.
About the “Kuradashi Wine Bar”
The “Kuradashi Wine Bar” began in 2013 with the hope that “the ordinary habit of drinking Japanese wine in Japan will spread from Yamanashi.”
The event offers a valuable opportunity to encounter wines with limited distribution as well as Yamanashi's local favorite, wine sold in 1.8-liter issho bottles.
What to Expect
At the venue, sommeliers, winemakers, and aspiring winemakers will serve visitors.
Guests can enjoy paid tastings by having wines poured at the booths of their choice, along with picnic foods suited to wine, including pizza, sausages, game dishes, and grilled local chicken. Live music will add to the atmosphere.
Reserved paid terrace seating with waiter service will once again be available, offering a more comfortable option even when the venue is crowded.
For details on participating wineries and other information, check the official website.
Reference
Overview
Kuradashi Wine Bar
Friday, May 22: 17:00–21:00
Saturday, May 23: 11:00–21:00
Sunday, May 24: 11:00–19:00
Venue: Assist Engineering Yocchabare Plaza, North Exit of Kofu Station
2-2 Kitaguchi, Kofu, Yamanashi
Access by JR: About 1.5 hours from Shinjuku, 3 hours from Nagoya, and 2.5 hours from Shizuoka
By car: About 2 hours from Tokyo via the Chuo Expressway; about 3.5 hours from Nagoya via the Chuo Expressway or Shin-Tomei/Chubu Odan Expressway; about 1.5 hours from Shizuoka via the Chubu Odan Expressway
Kuradashi Wine Bar Official Website