Tasting set for April 2021 is 1000 yen. Located within walking distance from Otaru Station, this small town winery is housed in a 100-year-old building made of soft stone. The first floor is the brewery, while the second floor is a shop and bar. Open only on Saturdays in April, for the latest updates check their Facebook page. The bar has around 6 counter seats with acrylic dividers for a relaxed layout. Usage time is limited to 30 minutes. The menu offers a set of 3 different wines for 1000 yen, with no food available. The staff pours the wines while lightly explaining them. For the taste of the wines, please check the shop's website as I find it difficult to describe. I purchased "obean2020" for home use, a refreshing dry sparkling with a slightly cloudy aftertaste that I enjoyed. Thank you for the meal. Note: This review was written before the state of emergency.

On January 17, 2020, Revisited I visited Osawa Winery again, where I had an incredibly delicious white wine at Ise Sushi about 4 years ago. The place remains as stylish as ever! The first floor is the brewery, and the second floor is a space for sales and tastings. I visited in the evening, and it was almost empty, which was nice. I was excited to see the wine bottles I had purchased before. The wine I had back then was no longer available, but they had four different types for sale now. I tried two of them: - Winter Journey Late Harvest 2018 (White/Dry): A winery-exclusive cuvée using grapes harvested in November during a snowfall. It has a gentle acidity and a rich flavor, perfect for New Year's dishes or hearty winter meals. The aroma was amazing, reminiscent of a vineyard, and the taste was refreshing with depth. - Mateni Rose 2018 (Rosé/Dry): A new winter wine released in December. Made from 100% Zweigelt grapes from their own vineyard in Toyooka, Yoichi Town. It has a clear and elegant color, perfect for the upcoming party season. The color was beautiful, and the taste was exquisite, with a floral note that was delightful. I also tried the Hokkaido Potato Chips & Melted Cheese for 300 yen, which was simple yet incredibly delicious, pairing well with the wine. The tasting wines cost 500 yen each, which was quite reasonable. I bought a bottle of Winter Journey for 3,300 yen, which was a great deal considering the hand-picking process involving volunteers. I heard they also sell their wines online, so I plan to purchase more. I will definitely visit Osawa Winery again when I come back to Otaru. It was a wonderful experience.

This is a review of "Osawinery," a winery frequently seen in restaurants and shops in Otaru City. On this day, I visited the winery directly. The building, made of stone, has wooden sliding doors that lead to a wooden staircase. Upstairs, products are displayed, and there is a sales booth and a counter. The interior is stylish with wooden décor, and a sleek stainless steel counter with about 7-8 seats. There is also a table for seating. There was one other customer, a couple, who sat in the corner of the counter. Tasting was available for 500 yen per glass (about 100ml), but when I asked for smaller samples, they offered to halve the price for half the amount. I tried three wines: tabi sparkling 2017, Yoi Yoi Blanc 2018, and tabi 2018. They also offered tastings of homemade juice, making it suitable for families with children. Since the winery has limited operating days due to field work, it's important to check before visiting. I plan to purchase a bottle of my favorite wine next time. Thank you for the hospitality. [https://www.facebook.com/osawinery]

Visited during a trip to Hokkaido with friends on July 6, 2018. We extended our trip to Otaru for lunch and sightseeing before visiting this place. It seems to be a renovated old house in the city. The shop is on the second floor after climbing the stairs. The atmosphere is sophisticated and very nice. We had made a reservation and only had one glass of wine. We ordered a sparkling wine, which is also available for purchase. It had a refreshing taste.

It was a chance encounter during a stroll in Otaru. I happened to come across a sign for OSA and stopped by out of curiosity. A winery here? And a bar upstairs too. Even though it was lunchtime, I felt like having a drink, so I decided to check it out. I encountered the owner who happened to be shoveling snow, which felt like fate! When I stepped inside, I saw wine tanks, so they brew here! I was a bit excited. I climbed the DIY-style staircase on the right side and entered the second-floor store. Inside, there was a spacious area with a calm and beautiful atmosphere, exuding the warmth of wood. They also sell wine, and there are counter seats and picnic-style tables where you can enjoy wine. Since I was there, I decided to have a drink. They had four types of wine available - 1. Ocean: unfiltered sparkling wine mainly made from Delaware grapes, 2. Della Vista: a white wine made from Delaware grapes from three vineyards, 3. I (Eye): a blend of Chardonnay and 7 other grape varieties, 4. O (Oh): a blend of Delaware and Taberu grapes. After some contemplation, I ordered I and O. I had a refreshing and fresh taste with a hint of a crisp apple-like aroma. It had a subtle woody scent that came later, creating a refreshing experience with each sip. O, on the other hand, was a blend of Taberu grapes from the journey in Yoichi, Hokkaido, and Delaware grapes. The journey grape, with its white stripes, was visually stunning. The wine had a vibrant and intense aroma, reminiscent of biting into grapes, but once you sipped it, it was indeed wine. The balance between acidity and alcohol was just right, not too sweet, and very enjoyable. I spent about 20 minutes there, enjoying the atmosphere and the wine. The owner mentioned that they started growing grapes themselves in 2016, and wines made from those grapes will be released starting in autumn 2018. I will definitely try them out! Thank you for the wonderful experience.

I had always wanted to visit the winery in the middle of Otaru town. Even though it's so close, I couldn't go for some reason. On the second floor of Ishikura, there is a shop and a bar. There were only one or two people at the counter. We were allowed to sit at a table and ordered a tasting set. The owner explained each glass to us. The atmosphere was very gentle. Today, I went to the vineyard, so if you'd like, please try these grapes too. He said and brought out two types of grapes, Delaware and another one that I forgot. There are three types of wine, I, O, and O Limited Edition. I liked I the best. It had a very fruity aroma, refreshing, and seemed to go well with any dish. After trying all three, I ordered another glass of my favorite, I. We also ordered a half cheese platter and had a great time from noon. A truly wonderful space. It was so much fun. My husband liked the O Limited Edition and bought it on our way out, but at the entrance, it said that the bar would be closed for brewing work starting the next day. That was close. It would be sad to go and find it closed, so it's better to check the store's information on Facebook or other platforms during the brewing period in the fall. I'm looking forward to the wine being brewed now. I will visit again. Thank you for the meal ♡

On August 6, 2016, at 2:00 PM in Otaru City, Hokkaido, located at 1-6-4 Irochinishi. This winery, using Sapporo soft stone for its stone warehouse, is engaged in wine production. It is a new winery that was established last year. Hokkaido has seen a significant increase in the number of wineries compared to other regions in Japan. This winery is called "Naga Winery," with "Naga" pronounced as "Osa." It is a small winery run by Mr. and Mrs. Naga. I had the opportunity to attend an event at this location last week, and this is my second visit. The exterior is a three-story stone warehouse. When you enter, you can see the brewing tanks made of stainless steel on the first floor through the glass windows. Going up the wooden staircase to the second floor, you will find an open space without partitions where wine bottles and cute accessories are displayed. At the counter in the back, they sell the winery's wine by the glass. The interior, with its Sapporo soft stone and wooden framework, creates a stylish and pleasant atmosphere. It used to be a leather goods store. The "I" wine, priced at 600 yen for 100 ml, is a dry white wine made from seven grape varieties, with a refreshing acidity and yeast aroma, perfect to pair with fish and sushi. The label on the bottle features a light blue color with the letter "I" and a grape illustration, symbolizing the unity of the seven grape varieties. The "Tabi" wine, also priced at 600 yen for 100 ml, is a blend of Yubari Tabi and Delaware grapes, offering a crisp acidity and a fruity aroma of Delaware. I also tried the Niseko Cheese Assortment (half portion) for 600 yen, which included the Second Generation Marcellin and Dry Fruit Cream Cheese. The shop & bar is open on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays in August from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The operating hours may vary depending on the season, with a possible closure for brewing activities starting in mid-September. If you visit Otaru, be sure to take a break here during your stroll. Additionally, more sushi restaurants and izakayas in Otaru are starting to offer Osa wines, so it's something to look forward to in the future.

Otaru, Hokkaido. Normally I drive from Sapporo, but this time I took the train because I was looking forward to the drinks. It only took about 30 minutes by the rapid airport train from Sapporo. It was fast. Was it always this close? From Otaru Station, walk down the road towards the canal in front of the station, and after two turns on the way, you'll arrive. It's about a 5-minute walk, and it's already registered on Google Maps so you can easily find it without getting lost. There is no parking lot, so be careful. The Sapporo Nanshi stone warehouse is a cool landmark with its exterior. The opening hours may have changed slightly? The 1st floor is a wine brewery, with a glass wall allowing you to see the work in progress and European tanks. Go up the stairs to the 2nd floor. A spacious area with a shop and a bar space for tasting (for a fee). I like the simple design. I had met the winemaker, Mr. Osa, at a wine event before, so I had planned to visit him once, and I came earlier than expected. It was past 2 pm, and there were two women tasting wine as the first customers. I sat at the counter and greeted the wife, and she remembered me with a "Oh!" (laughs). The menu is as shown in the photo, and you can drink (of course). There is also a tasting set, so if you haven't tried their wines before, that's the quickest way. Since I had tried 6 types including an unreleased one at a previous wine event, I went for the Odellabossa 2015 (winery limited edition) and a snack set that I hadn't tried. Just as the husband returned and greeted me, the snack set was being prepared. Baguettes were being baked in a Balmuda toaster. The spread looked nice as shown in the photo, and I was pleased with the thoughtfulness of making it look good because I was specially invited. That day, the appetizer set included Prosciutto, black olives, Parmigiano Reggiano, salmon paste, and salami, among others. Mr. Osa's wines are designed to go well with Japanese cuisine, with a clean taste that doesn't interfere with the aroma. When I heard about the history of the brewery that was built over 100 years ago, it used to be a place where fishing nets were made. It's more interesting to visit and talk to the winemaker directly than to write a lot! This winery has a lot of potential, and it's nice to see a more urban winery in Hokkaido! I wonder how it would be in Sapporo?