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Ikeda Town Grape and Wine Research Institute (Ikeda Wine Castle)

Hokkaido · · Museums

Japanese name: 池田町ブドウ・ブドウ酒研究所（いけだワイン城）

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Ikeda Town Grape and Wine Research Institute (Ikeda Wine Castle)
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WHAT TO DOIkeda Town Grape and Wine Research Institute (Ikeda Wine Castle)

Municipal wine begun by Ikeda Town in 1963. The town bred its own hybrids with wild mountain grapes that withstand cold damage.

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Overview

Municipal wine begun by Ikeda Town in 1963. The town bred its own hybrids with wild mountain grapes that withstand cold damage.

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An indoor tour, an underground aging room, exhibits, a restaurant, a shop and the like are offered.

Key facts

Field：Municipal wine, research

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Information checked on: 2026-09-03

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