Journeys in Japan S03E41 · Japan's Wine Country: Katsunuma

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Today we explore Katsunuma in Yamanashi Prefecture, which is a leading wine production center not far from Tokyo. Our reporter Stephane visits wineries winning international awards for wines made with the domestic Koshu grape. He'll also try Japanese kaiseki cuisine paired with some of these wines, as well as meet a grape farmer to taste her home cooking.

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