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.
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 ……
Moreys tour of the wineries around the Koshu Valley was fantastic!
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!
My comments are that the tour was absolutely fantastic. I would recommend this tour to anyone.
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.
Highly recommend this wine tour in Yamanashi!
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
We enjoyed our recent tour with Winery Tours Japan!
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.
This wine tasting tour with Winery Tours Japan is highly recommended!
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!
I had a really great time and highly recommend anyone to take part in these Koshu wine tasting tours.
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!
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.