When was Horaisan Winery founded?

Grapevines were first planted in 1927, and the winery obtained its wine brewing license in 1933, making it the oldest winery in the Hokuriku region.

Can visitors tour the winery?

Yes. Visitors can tour the vineyard and winery and enjoy free tastings, and grape-picking experiences can be reserved from mid-August to early October (advance phone booking is recommended).

What grape varieties does Horaisan Winery grow?

The estate grows Muscat Bailey A, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (including vines over 40 years old), Sauvignon Blanc, and several table grape varieties.

Who runs Horaisan Winery today?

Tomoko Yamafuji, the fourth-generation president since 2021, leads the family business alongside her father, the chairman, and her son, who represents the fifth generation.

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Horaisan Winery

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Hokuriku's oldest winery, family-run since 1927

About Horaisan Winery

Founded: 1933; 93 years ago
Location: 富山市; 富山県
Wines listed: 19; Sparkling 1, White 3, Rosé 4, Red 10, Sweet 1
Main grapes: Muscat Bailey A, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc

Founded in 1927 when grapevines were first planted in the Fuchu district of Toyama City, Horaisan Winery is the oldest continuously operating winery in the Hokuriku region, having held a wine brewing license since 1933 under the name "Horaisan Budoshu." Now led by fourth-generation president Tomoko Yamafuji, the family-run estate farms roughly a century of vineyards planted to Muscat Bailey A, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (including vines over 40 years old), and Sauvignon Blanc, alongside table grapes. The winery favors hands-on, small-lot production and direct sales, welcoming visitors for vineyard tours, free tastings, and seasonal grape-picking from mid-August to early October.

Official website: www.winery.co.jp ↗

Who Is This For?

For travelers seeking an authentic farm-to-glass experience, and for fans of family-run, terroir-driven Japanese wine with nearly a century of history.

Wines of Horaisan Winery

Sparkling1

YuramekiMuscat Bailey A

White3

Rosé4

Red10

Sweet1

HonenukiMuscat Bailey A

Location & Nearby

Address: 富山県富山市婦中町みさご谷10View map ↗
Founded: 1933

Source: winery.co.jp (checked Sep 2026)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Horaisan Winery founded?: Grapevines were first planted in 1927, and the winery obtained its wine brewing license in 1933, making it the oldest winery in the Hokuriku region.
Can visitors tour the winery?: Yes. Visitors can tour the vineyard and winery and enjoy free tastings, and grape-picking experiences can be reserved from mid-August to early October (advance phone booking is recommended).
What grape varieties does Horaisan Winery grow?: The estate grows Muscat Bailey A, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (including vines over 40 years old), Sauvignon Blanc, and several table grape varieties.
Who runs Horaisan Winery today?: Tomoko Yamafuji, the fourth-generation president since 2021, leads the family business alongside her father, the chairman, and her son, who represents the fifth generation.