Stories from Japan's Wine Country

Practical guides, winery stories, and insider tips for exploring Japan's premier cool-climate wine regions

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Contrast between Hokkaido's snowy vineyards and Nagano's high-altitude plateau
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Hokkaido vs. Nagano: The Battle for Japan's Best Red Wine

Hokkaido is Japan's Burgundy; Nagano is its Bordeaux. A comprehensive showdown between Japan's two premier wine regions—comparing terroir, grapes, culture, and travel logistics.

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