The best Japanese wine lists in Japan 2025
Where to find the best selections of local wines in Japan?
These wine bars and restaurants were all finalists in the Best Japanese Wine List category at Star Wine List of the Year Japan 2025, supported by Craft Wine Shop.
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![Ăn Đi, a restaurant in Tokyo, Japan.]()
Phone: +81 3-6447-5447
Address: 3-chōme-42-12 Jingūmae, Shibuya City
Ăn Đi, meaning “bon appetit” in Vietnamese, is revolutionary in every sense. This 20-seats modern Vietnamese restaurant in the Gaienmae area offers unparalleled sophistication of an arguably underrated Southeast Asian treasure. Organic vegetables, herbs and citruses are polished by the hands of a highly experienced chef and shine brightly in a mixed colour of two countries. When it comes to wine, Ăn Đi is a front runner in the city. Since Ăn Đi is run by one of the most respected sommeliers in the country, Motohiro Okoshi, the front of house is filled with certified sommeliers. This dream wi...
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![Chi-Fu, a restaurant in Osaka, Japan.]()
Phone: +81 6-6940-0317
Address: 4-4-8-1F, Nishi-Tenma, Kita-ku, Osaka city
International Austrian Wine List of the Year, presented by Austrian Wine 2025
Chi-Fu is a one-starred Michelin restaurant in Nishi-Tenma, a quiet area lined with antique merchants in central Osaka. Here you'll find Chinese-Asian cuisine, paired pairing with a wine selection from all over the world. The interior is inspired by the Shanghai concession and has an industrial and calm atmosphere.
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Phone: 03-4232-5801
Address: ヒルズ 森JPタワ 33階, 1-chōme-3−１ Azabudai, Minato City
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![Hajime, a restaurant in Osaka, Japan.]()
Phone: +81 6-6447-6688
Address: 1-9-11, Edobori, Nishi-ku, Osaka city
Sustainability Prize Japan 2026
Hajime is an elegant and innovative three-star Michelin restaurant located in Higobashi in central Osaka. It has a great, young and passionate team. Chef Hajime Yoneda is one of the best chefs and leaders I have ever met. The creative dishes are rooted in French cuisine and are enjoyed by guests from all over the world. There are only set menus, and I suggest you order a menu that includes the Chikyu dish – it's amazing!
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![Komorebino, a wine bar in Kyoto, Japan.]()
Phone: +8175-531-9511
Address: 123 Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto
Special Jury Prize Japan 2026
Komorebino is a natural wine bar located in Gion, Kyoto’s busiest nighttime area. Here you can enjoy superb natural wine from all over the world in a friendly atmosphere. Since its opening in 2017, it is always full with guests. Before you go back to your accommodation, I strongly suggest you stop by here and enjoy the beautiful selection.
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![La Vigne Dining Fûdo, a restaurant in Nagano, Japan.]()
Phone: 0261-85-5166
Address: 1116, 3020 Hokujō, Hakuba
Sustainability Prize Japan 2026
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![Les Souvenirs, a restaurant in Osaka, Japan.]()
Phone: 06-6136-7900
Address: Suzuki Bldg. III, 5階, 1-chōme-2−１０ Sonezakishinchi, Osaka, Kita Ward
Best California Wine List Japan, presented by Robert Mondavi Winery 2026
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![Shimanouchi Fujimaru Winery, a wine bar and winery in Osaka, Japan.]()
Phone: +81 647046666
Address: 三和ビル１Ｆ, 1 Chome-1−１４ Shimanouchi, Osaka, Chuo Ward
Best Austrian Wine List Japan, presented by Austrian Wine 2026
As the name implies, this is actually a winery: There are a few wineries in the city centre, where you can enjoy a nice meal and some natural wine while watching the work in the winery from the dining room upstairs. The food is Italian-style, using produce from all over Japan.
