Osaka Wine
There are vast vineyards in the area of Kashiwara and Habikino in southern Osaka, formerly known as Minamikawachi.
During the Edo period, cotton was cultivated here, but after it declined due to competition from imported cotton, grape cultivation began in the Meiji period. Although it is not widely known, there was a time in the early Showa period when the area boasted the largest cultivated area in the country.
There are wineries with over 100 years of history, and wines are brewed using 100% locally harvested grapes. In recent years, "Osaka Wine" has been selected for the GI (Geographical Indication) system, a nationally recognized regional brand quality assurance system, and the quality has improved significantly, with a wide variety of wines available, making it very popular. Wineries scattered throughout Minami Kawachi offer tastings, and you can purchase wine at direct sales outlets, as well as enjoy winery tours.
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