About Oura Budoshu
- Founded
- 1939
- 87 years ago
- Location
- 南陽市
- 山形県
- Wines listed
- 6
- White 1, Red 3, Sweet 2
- Main grapes
- Steuben, Muscat Bailey A, Niagara
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.
Who Is This For?
For those seeking approachable, food-friendly Japanese wines with deep local roots and a multi-generational family story.
Wines of Oura Budoshu
White1
Red3
Location & Nearby
- Address
- 山形県南陽市赤湯312View map ↗
- Founded
- 1939
Source: ourawine.com (checked Sep 2026)
The pin with the gold outline marks Oura Budoshu.
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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.