What Our Guests Say About Our Yamanashi Wine Tours
Curious what it’s really like to join a private wine tour in Japan’s premier wine region?
Below you’ll find authentic reviews from guests who have experienced our
private Yamanashi wine tours through the scenic
Koshu Valley, just 90 minutes from Tokyo. From boutique winery visits
and curated tastings to farm-to-table lunches and meaningful conversations with local
winemakers, these firsthand accounts reflect the depth, care, and personal attention
that define every Winery Tours Japan experience.
Our guests come from around the world — couples, solo travelers, wine professionals,
and first-time visitors to Japan — and many describe their day in the Koshu Valley of Yamanashi as a
highlight of their trip in Japan. We invite you to read their stories and discover why travelers
consistently choose Winery Tours Japan for a relaxed, authentic introduction to
Japanese wine culture.
Real Reviews from Guests on Our Private Yamanashi Wine Tours
All testimonials below are real guest reviews from our private tours in Yamanashi’s Koshu Valley.
Our one-day wine tour in Japan was an unforgettable experience.
Our one-day wine tour in Japan was an unforgettable experience. The organization was outstanding – from the very beginning, we felt exceptionally well taken care of. The selection of wineries was diverse and provided a deep insight into the richness of Japanese wine culture. Each stop was lovingly prepared, and the hosts were extremely friendly and knowledgeable. We not only had the opportunity to taste excellent wines but also learned a lot about local cultivation and traditions. Overall, it was a perfect day that exceeded our expectations. Thank you for this wonderful experience – we will definitely be back!
I highly recommend this wine tour in Yamanashi.
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.
Thank you Morey , you exceed our expectations 300%
WOW , we cannot described our experience in couple words , but I will try . Was our guide Morey good ? No , he was perfect ! He customized a 7-8 days tour from start to end , a combination of wine tasting , historical site visits – old temples nested in Japanese Alps , nature & waterfalls , amazing food , shopping . Not only that everywhere we went , we were the only western tourists. We had the pleasure to taste unfiltered wine, out of this world. Never had sparkling sake before, or sake infused with gold flakes , thank you Morey. From the best home made pasta carbonara to sushi to deer stew and chicken curry, Morey also took us to a week of delightful food. You ask for something, Morey delivered. Koshu valley is still unknown for 90% of the western tourists. Japanese people are so kind and friendly, Morey made this trip to look like we were in the honeymoon . We will come back for sure . Thank you Morey, you exceed our expectations 300%
Morey is an amazing tour guide. He really goes out of his way to help us navigate the wine scene in Yamanashi!
Morey is an amazing tour guide. He really goes out of his way to help us navigate the wine scene in Yamanashi! He was able to customize the tour based on our schedule (a two-day tour), and took us to wineries with different styles and grape varieties. Throughout the tour, he made sure that all of our questions are answered, and that we’re having a good time. As a student of wine, I truly learned so much from Morey and the wineries we visited.
The tour was amazing with an awesome tour guide!
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!
We truly enjoyed our tour and I highly recommend Winery Tours Japan.
We had a wonderful time visiting Yamanashi Valley and exploring the local wineries. Morey is a great guide. We visited a couple of wineries in the morning then we had a lovely lunch with delicious hand made pasta, and then three more wineries in the afternoon. All the wine tastings and lunch were included with the tour. Morey speaks Japanese and helped us understand the winemaking process for Koshu wines and other local Japanese varietals. It was a great learning experience! We enjoyed exploring the beautiful Koshu Valley too. We truly enjoyed our tour and I highly recommend Winery Tours Japan.
Highly recommend! If you are interested in wine and Japanese culture this is a must.
Highly recommend! If you are interested in wine and Japanese culture this is a must. Morey is super accommodating, knowledgeable, and goes above and beyond. He will create a really engaging tour catered to your individual wants/desires. It is super cool to be able to explore around rural areas of Japan and see things outside of city life. The included lunch was also extremely delicious!
Thank you for a great insight into the Koshu valley and Japanese wine!
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!
Highly recommended tour for those who are interested in Japanese Koshu wine!
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.
It was a great and spectacular experience!
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 ……
Thank you for reading our guest reviews.
At Winery Tours Japan, we specialise in private, carefully curated wine tours through
Yamanashi’s Koshu Valley — guided by a bilingual local expert with deep ties to the region’s
winemakers. Every itinerary is thoughtfully designed to offer meaningful encounters,
exceptional wines, and a relaxed pace that allows you to truly experience Japanese wine culture.
We hope these reviews have given you a genuine sense of what to expect on our tours.
If you’re planning a visit to Japan and would like a memorable day in the countryside,
we’d be happy to help you design a wine experience that suits your interests and travel plans.