Chichibu Wine

sightseeing

Founded in 1940 by Gensaku Asami, Chichibu Wine is the oldest winery in Saitama. Known for its award-winning wines and deep local roots, it gained early recognition when a French priest compared its wine to Bordeaux. Visitors can enjoy tastings and learn about the winemaking process on-site.

Basic Information

Location
41 Ryokamisusuki, Ogano, Chichibu District, Saitama 368-0201
TEL
0494-79-0629

Business hours / Fee

Business hours
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Regular holiday
New Year's Holidays
Fee
Free tasting; tours are currently suspended.

How to get there

Public transport
From Chichibu Station or Seibu-Chichibu Station, take a bus for about 45 minutes. Get off at "Ogano Shako" (小鹿野車庫), then walk about 12 minutes.
Car
45-minute drive from Kan-Etsu Expressway "Hanazono IC".
Parking
Free parking available for regular vehicles and large buses.

Map

Nearby spots

Teshigawara Confectionery Co., Ltd.
Teshigawara Confectionery Co., Ltd.

A long-established candy and confectionary manufacturer and distributor founded in 1864. “Chichibu Ame" (candy) is meticulously handcrafted the traditional way using carefully selected ingredients while retaining their original flavor and umami. Almost all of the products are additive-free, making it safe to eat for people of all ages.

Usagida Winery
Usagida Winery

Tours of the wine factory and vineyard, free samples and sale of wines at the in-house direct sales store, and meals at the company-owned restaurant (business days specified) are available.

Chichibu Muse Park
Chichibu Muse Park

This park is situated in the rich nature of the Nagaonekyuryo mountains that straddle the border between Chichibu City and Ogano Town. This sprawling area of 375 hectares is divided into three themed zones, Forest of Sports, Forest of Music and Forest of Culture, with each area connected by a 3 km long "Sky Road." This park is best known as one of the best spots to view a breathtaking sea of clouds. The Chichibu area has the perfect conditions for a sea of clouds to form, due to the fog produced by radiative cooling in the Chichibu mountain area. If you get lucky, you may even be able to see the symbolic bridge of Chichibu appear to be floating above the clouds. Chichibu Muse Park has a variety of attractions, such as a music hall, an outdoor stage, Muse Fountain, a spacious garden, and sports facilities. Chichibu Muse Park is the perfect place to enjoy your day, surrounded by the beautiful changing seasons.

Forest Adventure Chichibu
Forest Adventure Chichibu

Located in Chichibu Muse park's "Forest of Sports," this is a facility that anyone can enjoy regardless of age! In a mix of planted and native forests, seven zip lines have been installed high above the valley, making it one of the largest parks in Japan. The park is for adults and children aged 10 years and older. The courses are set at high altitudes making this forest adventure particularly popular among adults!

Chichibu Geo Gravity Park
Chichibu Geo Gravity Park

You can enjoy a variety of gravity-based activities from suspension bridges built on the banks of the Arakawa River using the piers of the former Shirakawa Bridge. Wear a harness and walk on the suspension bridge, cross the Arakawa Valley while connected to a cable, or swing over the valley on a trapeze! You can even bungee jump! Enjoy the great outdoors of the Arakawa Valley while taking part in many thrilling activities!

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