On Monday, June 8, 2026, the Japan Winery Awards Council will hold the 9th Japan Winery Awards® 2026.
The awards honor producers creating outstanding Japanese wines nationwide. The council will announce the results on the official Japan Winery Awards® website after the ceremony and presentation event.
About the 9th Japan Winery Awards® 2026
The Japan Winery Awards recognize producers making outstanding Japanese wines across the country.
After the award ceremony and presentation, the council will publish the results on the official Japan Winery Awards® website.
The announcement will include wineries receiving five-star, four-star, three-star and Connoisseurs awards, as well as the winners of the Special Jury Award and JAL Award.
Commemorative Party
As in the previous year, the 9th Japan Winery Awards® 2026 will include a second-part commemorative party open to general wine enthusiasts.
Five-star winemakers honored in Part 1, invited guests, special judges, sponsors and cooperating companies will also participate, making it another must-see event for Japanese-wine fans.
See the reference information below for details.
Reference
9th Japan Winery Awards® 2026 Overview
【Event】
9th Japan Winery Awards® 2026
【Date】
Monday, June 8, 2026: Part 1 17:00–17:45 / Part 2 18:15–20:15
【Venue】
Tokyo Kaikan, 7F Royal, 3-2-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
【Program】
Part 1 from 17:00: Opening, organizer remarks, guest remarks, announcement of winning wineries, presentation ceremony, photo session
Part 2 from 18:15: Toast, talk session, networking
*Times may vary slightly depending on the progress of the event.
*About the Part 2 Commemorative Party
Approximately 150 people, including general wine enthusiasts, will attend. Participants include five-star winemakers honored in Part 1, invited guests, special judges, sponsors and cooperating companies. Information for general participants will be announced through the council’s official Facebook and other social-media channels. Applications are accepted through Peatix.
＜Apply here (Peatix)＞
https://jwa2026-party.peatix.com/
【Official Website】
https://www.japan-winery-award.jp/
【Official Facebook】
https://www.facebook.com/JAPAN.WINERY.AWARD
【Sponsors】
Global Co., Ltd.; Riedel Japan (RSN Japan Co., Ltd.)
【Cooperation】
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd.; DMO Tokyo Marunouchi
【2026 Special Judge】
Yuko Kibayashi, co-author of the manga “The Drops of God” under the pen name Tadashi Agi