Fukagawa Winery Tokyo is now accepting applications for the 2026 edition of its "Wine Brewing Academy," a structured course designed to teach participants the art of winemaking from the ground up.
The program is a practical, all-in-one course covering both the foundational theory of winemaking and real hands-on work in the winery. Beginners are welcome, as the curriculum is built to guide students step by step through the entire process.
What Makes This Academy Special
Systematic Learning from Basics to Practice
Lectures cover a wide range of winemaking fundamentals, including wine overview, the components of grapes and wine, white and red wine production processes, microorganisms in winemaking, and the role of sulfurous acid. Sensory evaluation and tasting basics are also included.
Hands-On Experience at the Actual Winery
Participants take part in real winery work, including destemming and crushing, pressing, fermentation management, racking, filtration, and bottling. There is no limit on how many practical sessions students can attend.
Small Class Size in an Urban Setting
Held at Fukagawa Winery Tokyo, the small-group format keeps classes intimate, making it easy for students to ask questions and engage directly with instructors. An optional lecture on urban winery management is also available for those interested.
Program Overview
Lectures (8 sessions total)
Four days of curriculum covering winemaking basics:
- Wine overview
- Components of grapes and wine
- White wine and red wine production processes
- Wine and microorganisms
- The role of sulfurous acid
- Tasting basics and sensory evaluation
Practical Sessions
Scheduled from early August through mid-December 2026 (subject to change based on grape availability):
- Destemming and crushing
- Pressing
- Pigeage / Remontage (stirring grape skins to extract color and aroma)
- Fermentation management
- Racking
- Filtration
- Bottling
Completion Benefits
Upon finishing the program, participants receive a completion certificate along with one bottle of wine they helped produce during the course, complete with a personalized original label.
Event Details
| Lecture Dates | June 13 – July 4, 2026 (every Saturday) |
| Practical Sessions | Early August – mid-December 2026 (planned) |
| Capacity | 20 participants |
| Fee | ¥110,000 (tax included) |
| Application Deadline | June 7, 2026 |
| Venue | Fukagawa Winery Tokyo |
If the number of applications exceeds capacity, a lottery will be held. Applicants not selected will receive a full refund.
Applications can be submitted at the official application page.
