Our Wine Producers (Coming soon…)
LES VINS VIVANTS (レ・ヴァン・ヴィヴァン)
Nestled in the mountains of Tomi, Nagano, Japan, LES VINS VIVANTS is a boutique winery owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team dedicated to crafting expressive, natural wines that reflect their vineyards and the rhythm of the changing seasons. Working closely together from the vineyard to the cellar, they approach every vintage with patience, curiosity, and a deep respect for nature. With a philosophy centered on minimal intervention, the winery embraces sustainable farming and thoughtful winemaking, allowing each bottle to showcase the purity of the fruit and the distinctive character of its place. Their wines are lively, honest, and full of personality—a genuine expression of Nagano’s landscape and the people who carefully bring them to life.
Moriumius Farm & Winery (モリウミアス ファーム＆ワイナリー)
MORIUMIUS Farm & Winery is a regenerative wine project located in Ogatsu, Ishinomaki, Miyagi Prefecture, a coastal community surrounded by abundant forests and sea. Established as part of the region’s recovery following the Great East Japan Earthquake, MORIUMIUS is restoring tsunami-affected land through regenerative agriculture, using compost, marine resources, and microorganisms to rebuild healthy soil. While its young estate vineyard develops, the winery produces naturally fermented wines from grapes grown by partner farmers in Yamagata. Each bottle reflects a wider commitment to restoring the land, reconnecting people with nature, and creating a sustainable future for the community of Ogatsu.
Aizawa Nouen (あいざわ農園)
Aizawa Nouen is a family-run vineyard and winery located in Memuro, Tokachi, Hokkaido, where grapes are cultivated in a dramatic climate ranging from –30°C winters to summers exceeding 35°C. Beginning with wild mountain grapes planted in 1998, the family created its vineyard from untouched forestland and continues to farm entirely without pesticides or chemical fertilizers. By preserving the surrounding trees, planting thousands more, and encouraging a diverse natural ecosystem, Aizawa Nouen allows nature to support the health of its vines. Since opening its own winery in 2019, it has produced wines that express the distinctive strength, gentleness, and untamed character of Tokachi.
Fukuyama Wine Kobo (福山わいん工房)
Fukuyama Wine Kobo is a small, husband-and-wife winery established in 2016 as the first winery in Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture. Founder Kazuaki Furukawa san, formerly a French chef, was inspired to make wine after training in France’s Champagne region, leading the winery to specialize initially in sparkling wines. Its 0.7-hectare estate vineyard, planted in 2014, benefits from Fukuyama’s warm, Mediterranean-like climate and includes the region’s signature Muscat Bailey A alongside a growing range of varieties. Working closely with local grape growers and guided by a philosophy of coexistence with nature, Fukuyama Wine Kobo practices gentle cultivation and winemaking that allows the fruit to express itself. Following its relocation to a newly established winery in 2025, it has also expanded its production of still wines.
Vin De La Bocchi Farm & Winery (ヴァン・ド・ラ・ボッチ)
Vin de la Bocchi is a family-founded farm and winery established in 2016 in Tawaramachi, a rural satoyama community in Kanazawa, Ishikawa. Inspired by their younger son who has autism, the founders set out to create a place where people of all abilities could work with purpose and thrive. With the support of local residents and volunteers, they reclaimed underused farmland and now cultivate 16 European grape varieties across three hectares. Their wines are made entirely from Kanazawa-grown grapes, with minimal reliance on chemical pesticides and additives, and are crafted to pair naturally with the cuisine of Hokuriku. Through thoughtful farming and winemaking, Vin de la Bocchi seeks to preserve the surrounding satoyama landscape while showing how many individual contributions can come together to bear something meaningful.
Minenokura (みね乃蔵)
Nestled in Hara Village in Nagano at the western foothills of Mt. Yatsugatake, Mine no Kura is a small, hand-built winery founded by farmer and winemaker Mineichi Kobayashi san. After returning to his hometown in search of a life closer to nature, Kobayashi-san began cultivating grapes with the dream of establishing this cool, high-elevation region as a home for exceptional Pinot Noir. His vineyards sit between 1,000 and 1,100 meters, where cold nights help preserve the grapes’ freshness and natural acidity. Through hand destemming, slow fermentation, minimal intervention, and patient aging, Mine no Kura produces finely balanced wines with subtle umami—wines designed to complement the delicate flavors and seasonal character of Japanese cuisine.
Monnosuke Nouen (もんのすけ農園)
Nestled in Hanamaki, Iwate, Monnosuke Nouen is a small family-run farm and winery founded by local grower and winemaker Atsunori Sugawara san. The name “Monnosuke” comes from the traditional house name passed down through his family, reflecting his deep connection to the land where generations of his family have lived. Working primarily with locally grown grapes and apples, Sugawara-san produces small-batch wines and ciders that capture the fruit, seasons, and cool northern climate of Hanamaki. His thoughtful, hands-on approach results in honest and expressive bottles, crafted with the hope of evoking the warmth and familiarity of one’s hometown.
MARO Wines (マロワインズ)
Located in Naganuma, Hokkaido, MARO Wines was founded in 2022 by winemaker Naoyuki Maro san. Drawing on years of experience in Hokkaido and international harvests abroad, Maro-san combines technical precision with a deep respect for nature, pursuing wines that are, above all, genuinely delicious. Working with carefully selected Hokkaido-grown grapes, MARO Wines emphasizes each variety’s natural character, vibrant fruit, and connection to the region’s cool climate. The wines are clean, expressive, and thoughtfully balanced for the table—showcasing both the growing potential of Hokkaido and Maro’s forward-looking vision for Japanese wine.
Les Vins Debrouillards (レ・ヴァン・デブルィヤール)
Les Vins Débrouillards is a small natural wine project founded by Charles and Kaoko, a lovely couple whose warmth and playful spirit are part of its charm (Charles affectionately calls Kaoko the “Big Boss.) In the hills of Shiojiri, Nagano, their vineyards reach 800 meters above sea level and overlook Japan’s Northern Alps. They grow their own grapes organically, working by hand and embracing the challenges of farming without synthetic chemicals. Their name, “Débrouillards,” captures the resourcefulness and determination behind their approach.
Their winemaking reflects a spirit of curiosity and thoughtful experimentation. Native yeast fermentation, no added sulfites, and bottling without fining or filtration allow the fruit and each growing season to speak freely. From playful field blends to expressive reds, amber wines, and sparkling releases, each bottle brings together their hands-on care and the natural character of Nagano.
NATAN Wine (NATAN葡萄酒醸造所)
NATAN Winery is an independent winery located in Miyoshi, Tokushima Prefecture, where wine is crafted with a deep respect for nature and the individuality of each vintage. From cultivating grapes in vineyards established from the ground up to producing wines with minimal intervention, NATAN embraces additive-free, unfiltered, and unclarified winemaking whenever possible, allowing the grapes and natural microorganisms to shape each wine's character. Guided by the belief that wine should naturally complement Japanese cuisine and everyday life, every bottle reflects the harmony between the land, the seasons, and the people who care for it.