Marunishi Nihon Wine Weeks 2026

The event will run for about three weeks, allowing participants to discover the depth of Japanese wine and new ways to enjoy it while experiencing the thoughts of the winemakers and the local terroir. The event is organized by Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. with support from the Japan Wine Awards Association and RSN Japan Co., Ltd. (Riedel). A special website is available at https://www.ozmall.co.jp/gourmet/wine/46588/. The 'Raise a Glass to Japanese Wine Day' event and tasting session will be held on October 30, 2026 (Friday) from 18:30 to 20:30 at THE FRONT ROOM on the first floor of Marubiru (rented out). The event will have a capacity of 60 people on a first-come, first-served basis. The participation fee is 5,000 yen (tax included). Registration is available on the event registration page. The event is organized by the Japan Wine Awards Association and Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. with support from RSN Japan Co., Ltd. (Riedel) and Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. The following wineries will be available for tasting at the event: - Hokkaido: Domaine Takahiko, Yamazaki Winery - Yamagata Prefecture: Yamai Winery, Takahata Winery, Takeda Winery - Yamanashi Prefecture: Suntory Shingen, Kiyoyasu Winery, KISVIN Winery, 98WINEs, Mount Tsurugi Winery, Chateau Mercier, Diamond Sake Brewery, Central Wine & Spirits, Marutani Wine & Spirits, Mans Wine - Nagano Prefecture: Oboke Winery, Kido Winery - Oita Prefecture: Anzangai Wine Factory The following wineries will be available for tasting at the event for the JAL Award: - Miyagi Prefecture: Minamisanriku Winery - Yamagata Prefecture: Bellwood Vineyard Winery The participating wineries and tasting varieties may be changed. Five seminars will be held to experience the charm of Japanese wine: 1. Experience pairing of the Japanese white wine 'Koshu' with Japanese food This interactive seminar will teach you about the compatibility of the Japanese white grape variety 'Koshu' with Japanese food, and you will actually taste it. Mr. Akira Yanagihara, Senior Specialist of Suntory Co., Ltd. will explain the characteristics of the Japanese native grape 'Koshu' and the current state of Japanese wine. You can experience the charm of Koshu wine from 'SUNTORY FROM FARM' and the pairing with grilled chicken and other everyday Japanese food. - Date and Time: October 22, 2026 (Thursday) 18:30 - 20:00 - Venue: DMO Tokyo Marunouchi (6th floor of Marunouchi Nihonbashi Building) - Capacity: 45 people (first come, first served) - Participation Fee: 3,500 yen (tax included) - Sales Site: Peatix registration page - Organizer: Suntory Co., Ltd. 2. Enjoy Japanese wine and domestic game meat A seminar will be held to enjoy pairing of four types of wine from Chateau Mercier with five dishes including game meat. In the first part, Mr. Mitsuhiro Yasuda, Executive Wine Maker of Mercier Co., Ltd. and Mr. Tokihiko Fujiki, Representative Director of the Japan Game Meat Promotion Association and Chef of 'Auberge Espoir' will explain the charm and compatibility of Japanese wine and game meat, and how to enjoy their individuality. In the second part, Ms. Yurina Aoyama, a member of the 'URBAN CANVAS' community in the Marunouchi area and a hunter, will talk about the lifestyle and charm of enjoying Japanese wine and game meat.