Shiojiri is one of Japan’s leading wine regions, defined by its mountain terrain, cool climate, and a distinctive terroir that nurtures wines of world-class quality. Through the dedication of its winemakers and the community’s growing culture of learning and appreciation, “Shiojiri Wine” has become a source of local pride. This experience invites you to discover the past and future of Shiojiri wine through vineyard tastings, conversations with winemakers, limited-release bottles, and refined food pairings—an immersive journey for all five senses.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
Enjoy a brief orientation introducing the origins and characteristics of Shiojiri wine.
Learn about Shiojiri’s unique geography, climate, and the pioneering history of its wine industry. Experience the aromas and flavors of Shiojiri wines while taking in the surrounding mountain landscape.
Hear the story behind the winery’s transformation of abandoned farmland into thriving vineyards. SunSun Winery tour: vineyards, production, and philosophy (30 min) Walk through scenic hillside vineyards and learn about their sustainable, terroir-driven approach to viticulture. Tasting session featuring sparkling and single-vineyard wines (20 min) Compare a variety of expressions to understand how Shiojiri’s terroir shapes each wine. Vineyard-view lunch with wine pairing (60 min) Enjoy a refined meal featuring local Shinshu ingredients paired with select Shiojiri wines.
Transfer to Kōnai Winery (10 min) Visit Kōnai Winery: small-batch philosophy and craftsmanship (30 min) Explore the family-run winery’s dedication to quality over quantity. Exclusive tasting experience (20 min) Depending on timing, enjoy rare opportunities such as barrel tastings or pre-bottling samples not available to the public.
Closing (5 min) Reflect on the day’s insights into Shiojiri’s terroir, winemaking, and culture before returning to Shiojiri Station.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Mountains Craft Wines with Purpose Shiojiri lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $550 per person for this Nagano experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is East Exit of Shiojiri Station, in front of Aimani. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 6 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Mountains Craft Wines with Purpose Shiojiri | 4 hours | — | $550 | |
 Shiojiri Wine Tasting with a WSET Level 4 Wine Expert | 2 hours | — | $154 | View |
 Nagano: Shiojiri Winery Walk with Tastings in Kikyogahara | 2h 30min | — | $86 | View |
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