Tomu stands for ‘Eastern Dream’, set up in 2002 by two retired salarymen looking to rescue abandoned farming land and start a second life growing grapes and making wine. Their ambitious portfolio includes Pinot Noir, which is rare in the Koshu Valley.

Opening hours: 10:00 - 16:00 (closed year-end/New Year)

Tastings: Yes (some charged)

Website: toumuwinery.com (Japanese only)

Tel: +81 (0)553 44 5535