A New Horizon for Japanese Wine, Defined by the Harmony of Nature and Humanity
98Wines is an innovative boutique winery situated at an altitude of 650 meters in Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. Founded by legendary Japanese winemaker Yuki Hirayama, the winery embodies the unique philosophy: "Rather than aiming for a flawless 100, we begin at an imperfect 98—where the union of humanity and nature creates true, complete value." Overlooking Mount Fuji in a breathtaking terroir, 98Wines introduces new possibilities for Japanese wine through the harmonious balance between nature and human craftsmanship.
Indigenous Japanese Varieties & Intuitive Winemaking
Centering on indigenous Japanese grape varieties—Koshu and Muscat Bailey A—98Wines embraces a natural winemaking approach that eliminates artificial additives, relying solely on wild, indigenous yeasts. Through whole-bunch fermentation, zero added sulfites, and minimal intervention, we capture and express the pure character of the grapes and the unadulterated essence of the terroir.
A World-Renowned Premium Asian Winery
Ranked 20th in World's Best Vineyards 2025 (the highest placement among Asian wineries) and awarded the prestigious 5-Star rating at the Japan Winery Award 2026, 98Wines is globally recognized for excellence. Characterized by vibrant fruitiness, a distinct savoriness (Umami), and a subtle texture, our wines offer exquisite pairings for fine dining and diverse culinary experiences.
A New Horizon for Japanese Wine, Defined by the Harmony of Nature and Humanity
98Wines is an innovative boutique winery situated at an altitude of 650 meters in Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. Founded by legendary Japanese winemaker Yuki Hirayama, the winery embodies the unique philosophy: "Rather than aiming for a flawless 100, we begin at an imperfect 98—where the union of humanity and nature creates true, complete value." Overlooking Mount Fuji in a breathtaking terroir, 98Wines introduces new possibilities for Japanese wine through the harmonious balance between nature and human craftsmanship.
Indigenous Japanese Varieties & Intuitive Winemaking
Centering on indigenous Japanese grape varieties—Koshu and Muscat Bailey A—98Wines embraces a natural winemaking approach that eliminates artificial additives, relying solely on wild, indigenous yeasts. Through whole-bunch fermentation, zero added sulfites, and minimal intervention, we capture and express the pure character of the grapes and the unadulterated essence of the terroir.
A World-Renowned Premium Asian Winery
Ranked 20th in World's Best Vineyards 2025 (the highest placement among Asian wineries) and awarded the prestigious 5-Star rating at the Japan Winery Award 2026, 98Wines is globally recognized for excellence. Characterized by vibrant fruitiness, a distinct savoriness (Umami), and a subtle texture, our wines offer exquisite pairings for fine dining and diverse culinary experiences.