Wines Crafted by a Historic Vineyard: Horaisan Winery (Toyama Prefecture)

A vineyard with over 90 years of history in Toyama Prefecture: "Yamafuji Vineyard".
Horaisan Winery produces wines using these historic grapes.

When it comes to the history of winemaking in Japan, people tend to focus on Yamanashi, but Toyama actually has its own wine story that has evolved over a long history.

This time, Tomoko Yamafuji, the fourth-generation president of Horaisan Winery, spoke to us in depth about its charm.

Horaisan Winery's wines are, of course, delicious.
Even more than that, their names are so unique!
Reflecting the bright and cheerful personality of President Tomoko, the fun naming sense and heartwarming illustrations on the labels bring a smile to anyone drinking them.
She told us all about what makes these wines so attractive.

Yamafuji Vineyard also grows Muscat Bailey A for fresh eating. How rare!
Many other delicious grapes bear fruit here as well, and in autumn, the vineyard bustles with visitors for grape picking.

It is a wonderful winery and vineyard where wine lovers can spend an enjoyable full day—a perfect travel destination.
Be sure to pay them a visit!