Oura Budoshu
大浦葡萄酒
Historic Yamagata winery, family-run since 1939
Founded in 1939 in the Akayu area of Nanyo City, Yamagata Prefecture, Oura Budoshu (Oura Winery) is a historic, family-run winery now in its fourth generation under winemaker Hiroo Oura. Long known as a contract producer for major Japanese wine manufacturers, the winery has in recent years focused on its own regional label, crafting wine that reflects the landscape and culture of the Okitama basin. Working almost exclusively with Yamagata-grown grapes — including Delaware, Muscat Bailey A, Black Queen, and Bailey Alicante A sourced from contracted growers and its own vineyards — Oura produces approachable, food-friendly wines that have won awards at the Japan Wine Competition and the Sakura Wine Award.
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Who Is This For?
For those seeking approachable, food-friendly Japanese wines with deep local roots and a multi-generational family story.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape varieties does Oura Budoshu use?
- The winery works mainly with Yamagata-grown Delaware, Muscat Bailey A, Black Queen, and Bailey Alicante A, sourced from contracted local growers and its own vineyards.
- How long has Oura Budoshu been making wine?
- The winery was founded in 1939 in Nanyo City's Akayu district and is now run by the fourth generation of the Oura family, led by Hiroo Oura.
- Has Oura Budoshu won any awards?
- Yes, its wines have received honors including a bronze medal at the Japan Wine Competition and a gold medal at the Sakura Wine Award.
- Can visitors tour the winery?
- Tours have historically required advance reservation, though availability varies by season, so it's best to check directly with the winery before visiting.