When people hear of renowned Japanese wine-producing regions, many may picture eastern or northern Japan, such as Yamanashi, Nagano, Yamagata, and Hokkaido.
However, regions producing outstanding Japanese wine now span nationwide.
Each region is developing into a distinguished producing area that cherishes terroir to craft "local wines that can only be tasted in that land."
Amid this Japanese wine landscape, the area garnering attention as "the most exciting wine-producing region right now, No. 1" is Western Japan.
Not only is the wine quality high, but it is also known as a must-visit area for Japanese wine fans, dotted with a wide variety of wineries ranging from long-established ones to mid-sized, small-scale, and urban wineries.
"In that case, I want to learn more deeply about Western Japanese wine."
An event perfect for those who feel this way will be held on December 13, 2024.
That is "West Japanese Wine Expo 2024 in Fukuoka".
This is the first large-scale event planned and operated by western Japanese wineries.
Let's take a look at the details.
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About the Organizer, the West Japan Winery Association
"West Japanese Wine Expo 2024 in Fukuoka" is hosted by the West Japan Winery Association.
Inaugurated in December 2019, the West Japan Winery Association was established with the goals of raising awareness of "Japanese wine," improving quality, honing technical skills, maintaining and expanding wine grape vineyards, and supporting grape growers.
Its members are wineries from the Hokuriku, Kinki/Shikoku, Chugoku, and Kyushu regions, and the chairman is none other than Mr. Toshihiro Takai, President and Representative Director of Katashimo Wine Food Co., Ltd.
(Currently, Mr. Naoyuki Ota, Director of Hiroshima Miyoshi Winery Co., Ltd.)
As some of you may know, the predecessors of the West Japan Winery Association were the Osaka Winery Association and the Kansai Winery Association.
To break away from the current state where everything is decided around Tokyo, wineries were brought together in Osaka and Kansai to form associations, but they were unable to bring about major change.
Thereupon, Mr. Takai toured wineries across western Japan, eventually leading to the founding of the West Japan Winery Association in 2019.
The West Japan Winery Association is increasing its presence as a new wine organization, and there is no doubt that it will bring significant change to the Japanese wine world going forward.
Even if each winery is small, gathering together allows them to create new things and act as a powerful force.
A major event that can be called the culmination of the activities of the West Japan Winery Association is "West Japanese Wine Expo 2024 in Fukuoka."
A Gorgeous Gathering of Wineries! "West Japanese Wine Expo 2024 in Fukuoka"
"West Japanese Wine Expo 2024 in Fukuoka" is the first event planned and operated by wineries from western Japan themselves.
Wineries representing Japan will gather in Fukuoka Prefecture not only from Kansai, but also from Hokuriku, Chugoku, Shikoku, and Kyushu.
Here are the participating wineries of interest below.
| Vin de la Bocchi | Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture |
| Horaisan Winery | Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture |
| Asuka Wine | Habikino City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Osaka Budo Wine no Sato | Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Katashimo Winery | Kashiwara City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Kawachi Wine | Habikino City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Tamba Wine | Kyotamba Town, Funai District, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Wakayama Yuasa Winery | Yuasa Town, Arida District, Wakayama Prefecture |
| Okayama Wine Valley | Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Kibi Valley | Kibichuo Town, Kaga District, Okayama Prefecture |
| Kurokamiyama Vineyard | Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Sapporo Breweries Okayama Winery | Akaiwa City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Hiruzen Wine | Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Daisen Winery | Hoki Town, Saihaku District, Tottori Prefecture |
| Totto Winery | Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture |
| Hojyo Wine | Hokuei Town, Tohaku District, Tottori Prefecture |
| Iwami Winery | Oda City, Shimane Prefecture |
| Okuizumo Vineyard | Unnan City, Shimane Prefecture |
| Shimane Winery | Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture |
| Sera Winery | Sera Town, Sera District, Hiroshima Prefecture |
| Hiroshima Miyoshi Winery | Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture |
| Yamano Gorge Ota Winery | Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture |
| Omishima Minna-no Winery | Omishima Town, Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture |
| 224 Winery | Tonosho Town, Shozu District, Kagawa Prefecture |
| Natan Winery | Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture |
| Inoue Winery | Konan City, Kochi Prefecture |
| Yosakoi Winery | Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture |
| Kyoho Winery | Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture |
| Itoshima Masue Winery | Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture |
| Kumamoto Wine Farm | Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture |
| Ajimu Budoushu Koubou | Usa City, Oita Prefecture |
| Kuju Winery | Taketa City, Oita Prefecture |
| Tsuno Winery | Tsuno Town, Koyu District, Miyazaki Prefecture |
| Goto Winery | Goto City, Nagasaki Prefecture |
This is an incredibly rare lineup where every single winery is from western Japan, and all of them are highly acclaimed.
It is no exaggeration to call this the last highly anticipated Japanese wine event of 2024 to experience the present state of western Japanese wine.
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Early Bird Discounts Available! A Fierce Ticket Scramble Inevitable!
The event date for "West Japanese Wine Expo 2024 in Fukuoka" is Friday, December 13, 2024.
It will be held at Mirai Hall on the 4th floor of the Denki Building Kyosokan in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
The event consists of two parts: Part 1 runs from 15:30 to 17:30, and Part 2 runs from 18:30 to 20:30 on the same day. (Capacity of 250 people per session, 500 people total)
With just the admission ticket, you can taste all the wines at the venue, and you can also purchase bottles of the wines you like.
Furthermore, bringing your own snacks is welcome, allowing you to enjoy your own food pairings with Japanese wine.
The admission fee is 4,000 yen (tax included) per person, and tickets purchased by November 12 can be obtained at the early bird discount price of 3,500 yen (tax included).
Tickets are on a first-come, first-served basis, making a fierce scramble inevitable!
"West Japanese Wine Expo 2024 in Fukuoka" is an ultra-rare wine event bringing together prominent wineries from Western Japan.
Why not take this opportunity to experience at the venue the "intrigue" of Western Japanese wine?
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＜Event Details＞
Date and Time: Friday, December 13, 2024
Part 1: Friday, December 13, 2024, 15:30-17:30
Part 2: Friday, December 13, 2024, 18:30-20:30
Venue: Mirai Hall, 4F Denki Building Kyosokan
2-1-82 Watanabe-dori, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City
Admission: 4,000 yen per person (tax included)
* Early bird discount until November 12
* Regular price from November 13 onward
500 people (Part 1: 250 people, Part 2: 250 people) Advance registration required, first-come, first-served basis
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