Katsunuma Budo no Oka in Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, will hold the Katsunuma New Wine Festival (かつぬま新酒ワインまつり) on November 3, 2026, timed to coincide with the release of this year's new wine.
On the day, visitors can try new wine at a paid tasting and purchase bottles, and food stalls are also planned. Katsunuma is one of Japan's leading wine-producing regions, and the festival offers a chance to taste the new wine produced this year while enjoying an autumn day.
New Wine Tasting and Sales
The venue offers paid tasting and sales of new wine. Visitors can sample different wines and find a favorite bottle.
Food Stalls
Food stalls are also planned, so visitors can enjoy food alongside the wine and take in the lively atmosphere unique to the event.
Event Details
| Event Name | Katsunuma New Wine Festival |
| Date | November 3, 2026 (Tuesday, public holiday) |
| Venue | Katsunuma Budo no Oka (5093 Hishiyama, Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture) |
| Hours | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (tasting begins at 10:00 AM) |
| Highlights | Paid tasting and sales of new wine, food stalls, and more |
| Tasting Fee | ¥3,000 (tax included), including an original glass and 10 tasting tickets |
| Official Information | Koshu City website |
- Glass and ticket sales begin at 8:30 AM, and glass sales end at 3:00 PM.
- Additional tickets are available for purchase.
- A commemorative tote bag is given to first-come customers.
- Tickets can be exchanged for silver coins for the wine servers inside the facility. Exchange is available only on the day of the event.
- Alcohol sales and tasting are for guests aged 20 and over. Alcohol is not sold or served to drivers.
