Customer Comments

This was our first visit to the vineyards of Yamanashi, but certainly not our last. We asked Morey and Winery Tours Japan to give us an introduction to the region and the wines produced here, and we were not disappointed. Morey had chosen a great representation of wine producers giving us a good insight in different styles of the most important whites and reds of the region, as well as wines from both larger as well as smaller producers. We were also treated to a fantastic lunch in a traditional Japanese restaurant including braised local pork, pickled vegetables and Sake, Morey is attentive and flexible and made sure we had enough time for each visit, but also that we were back at our drop off point in time when the day was over. In short, we were very well taken care of by a knowledgeable and service minded guide. A tour with Winery Japan Tours comes highly recommended!

Tom & Janos Sweden

Moreys tour of the wineries around the Koshu Valley was fantastic! After a quick ride on the express train from Shinjuku, which had amazing views of the Japanese countryside along the way and so comfortable!, he took us to our first winery and asked about our preferences over our first tasters. Using this and his incredible local knowledge, he then tailored the day, ensuring we got a bespoke experience, taken to the wineries that made wines we loved but also displayed the full range of what is on offer in Koshu. Lunch was at a great, handmade pasta place that you wouldn't be able to find yourself - great hosts, a true hidden gem! Also, stop and get the table grapes - some of the best fruit I've ever had! Thanks Morey and Winery Tours Japan!

Lewis & Hannah UK

We would highly recommend doing a wine tour with Morey. We thoroughly enjoyed the day and this was our favorite part of our trip to Japan. His knowledge of the wineries that we went to and of the area added a very personal touch to our visit to Yamanashi. We enjoyed talking with Morey and learning about the unique aspects of the area. It was the perfect trip getting away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo into the peaceful countryside. He brought us to some hidden wineries that were really beautiful inside. He was greeted warmly by the people working at the wineries so it was clear that he was very familiar with the different wineries. We very much enjoyed tasting Japanese wines which were really good! If you really want to experience the wineries in the Yamanashi area, don’t book a crowded group tour—book a private tour with Winery Tours Japan and spend the day truly experiencing the beautiful and wonderful wineries of this area. Thank you, Morey, for a wonderful time!

Eileen and Jim Virginia, United States

A really great day that we had visiting wineries in Koshu Valley with Winery Tours Japan and Moreys friendly and knowledgeable guidance. We really enjoyed fantastic Japanese wine and excellent food! Thanks for everything! It was a great and spectacular experience! Thank you …. We will definitely be back ….. sooner as we can ……

Rafael & Remollo Brazil

We had a private full day tour of the Koshu Valley wine making area of Yamanashi with our local guide Morey. The whole day was fantastic. It was a fun and scenic drive to the Koshu Valley from our pickup location. We visited 5 different wineries along with a delicious lunch at a cozy countrystyle Japanese restaurant. The 5 wineries were all excellent but very different in size and style which made for an interesting tasting experience! I really recommend this tour for anyone interested in Japanese wines. We will definitely be back for another tour. Thank you!

Jenny & Mike USA

The wine tour with Morey from Winery Tours Japan was a remarkable experience. It had been a challenge for me to find Japanese wines in restaurants etc , so to experience local Japanese wineries first hand with you was very enjoyable. We really appreciated your local knowledge of local vineyards and varieties, and your rapport with the owners and wine makers gave us a great insight into Japanese wine production. We also discovered many new enjoyable wines! The Koshu valley in Yamanashi is an absolute treasure thats yet undiscovered and it’s so peaceful and uncrowded yet so easy to get to! It was an absolutely fantastic experience and probably the highlight of our visit to Japan. Thank you for a great insight into the Koshu valley and Japanese wine!

Ian & Jan Australia

We spent a beautiful day wine tasting in Yamanashi with Morey from Winery Tours Japan, he is great wine guide and fun to be with! And quite knowledegable about various Japanese wines. Thanks to him we discovered Japanese wines from such a gorgeous region in Koshu! We highly recommend it! Morey was very instructive and planned our journey with a lot of details! The Japanese lunch was delicious too!! Thank you so much!”

Daniela & Margarita Spain

" I had a really great time touring the beautiful Koshu valley. My guide Morey was really knowledgeable about the different wineries, their history and products. The wines recommended were unique and refreshing, with a lot of variety. The lunch was also really good. Overall, I had a really great time and would highly recommend anyone to take part in these Koshu wine tasting tours." Hope to see you again soon!

Perseus Singapore

Morey was friendly and knowledgeable guide about the Koshu wine making area. One of the wineries we wanted to visit was closed and he quickly thought of another one we could go to enjoy a tasting. We saw a wide range of Koshu wine producers and styles. I was the only one on the tour and I enjoyed chatting with Morey about our shared interest in wine and nature. He mentioned a hiking route and even brought me to a shop to get a hiking backpack for the next day. This wine tasting tour with Winery Tours Japan is highly recommended!

Hong Singapore

Highly recommend Winery Tours Japan with Morey. We started our day with Morey picking us up from our hotel. He was so accommodating even though my group was 30 minutes late. For the rest of the day, Morey shepherded us to 5 beautiful wineries and lunch. He was so knowledgeable about the area and the wines we were trying, and he made the experience fun by sharing interesting stories about his life in Japan. He even drove us to the onsen after! 10/10 experience

Nick USA

My wife and I had an amazing day wine tasting with Winery Tours Japan. As avid, global wine tourists we were excited to experience our first time tasting local Japanese wines. We were able to visit a variety of great Japanese wineries with the bonus of a tasty local lunch and excellent conversation. As a foreigner it would be impossible to do wine touring so efficiently/enjoyably in Japan without Morey - an expert local host who speaks both fluent English and Japanese. We look forward to our next trip to Japan to be able to do it all over again with Morey as many more wineries to explore and more interesting stories to be shared!

Paul and Leslie Philippines

We enjoyed our recent tour with Winery Tours Japan, the wineries visited were boutique style and also we had the chance to meet the winemakers in person. The pace was relaxed and the luncheon was very tasty! We hope to come back soon for part 2.

Shirely & San Singapore

I had an amazing time doing this wine tour with Morey! It also happened to be my birthday and Morey took great care of me. The Koshu wines are amazing, being from South Africa I had high expectations, however I was pleasantly surprised. The pasta restaurant had fantastic food and a stunning view. I highly recommend this wine tour in Yamanashi.

Mutondwa N. South Africa

Highly recommend this wine tour in Yamanashi! We visited several wineries throughout the day and got to experience a wide range of Yamanashi wine. Our guide was very hospitable and knowledgeable of the various family owned vineyards so we managed to visit the span of small boutique vineyards to larger commercial ones. Will definitely book this Koshu wine tour again the next time we're in Yamanashi as there's so much to explore

Weiyin X. Singapore

A packed day that went so fast which means I had an excellent time. Visited different wineries in Yamanashi Koshu Valley and really loved the passion from those who I spoke with and confidently felt the future of Yamanashi Koshu wine is very bright. Highly recommended tour for those who are new to Japanese wine or those who are well on their wine journey. You will be surprised by the progress the Koshu varietal is making now. Thanks Winery Tours Japan for the hospitality and a such a wonderful experience.

Taro M. USA/Japan

Our guides bi-lingualism and deep knowledge of the town and wineries makes him a great guide for any English speaking tourist! He was also very flexible adjusting plans to fit our interests. We’re glad we booked with Winery Tours Japan!

Annette H. Singapore

The 3 day wine tasting tour with Winery Tours Japan was fantastic, we visited many interesting wineries and breweries in the Koshu region and had interesting delicious meals along the way as well. Morey is a great guide who is extremely experienced in the area and knows the local people as well. I would definitely recommend Winery Tours Japan if you are looking to learn about Japanese wine and explore the Koshu valley and beyond!

Gerard T. Singapore

Touring with Winery Tours Japan was a wonderful way to experience one of Japan's main wine regions in Yamanashi. Morey does small group tours and as a solo female traveler it was a really nice safe way to meet other people who are interested in wine. The lunch was traditional home-style Japanese cooking (amazing!) and we were able to visit five or six wineries, meet winemakers, see where the wine was actually made in a couple and try a huge amount of wines from the region. Morey is extremely knowledgeable and he created a really friendly environment for us. I really highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in Japanese wine!

Amelia P. USA - France

The tour was amazing with an awesome tour guide! Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. He gave good recommendations! With the years of experience living in the area, he even showed us an additional place which was not included. Sincere guide who will generously share his experience and thoughts with you. The lunch was top notch. It was a meal that I would always remember. Given a chance, I will definitely be back for a second round tour! Looking forward to you including a barbecue at the end of the tour!

Xylvia A. Singapore

My comments are that the tour was absolutely fantastic. I loved the flexibility and hospitality. The lunch was incredible, I am still thinking about it. One of the tastiest lunches I've had in Japan, period. You were incredibly pleasant and fun to talk to. Japanese wine is delicious! I would recommend this tour to anyone.

Annalise and Haley USA

I recently had the pleasure of going on a Koshu Wine Tour and it was such an amazing experience! The winery tour was incredibly informative, and the wine tasting was absolutely delicious. We were also able to sample some of the local dishes paired with Koshu wine, which were excellent! The staff at the winery were extremely friendly and knowledgeable and fun. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn more about Japanese wines or just enjoy a unique experience in Japan.

Juan & Jose Spain