The Ohasama Wine Festival is an annual celebration of wine and the autumn harvest in Iwate Prefecture.

This popular event takes place in the town of Hanamaki, in an area long famous for its grape production.

It is an event that can be enjoyed by wine lovers, as well as adults and children alike.

The festival will feature a variety of events, including the traditional grape stomping performed by wine girls.

There will also be cultural stage performances, such as the Hayachine Omasa Kagura.

This year, there will be free wine tastings available in limited quantities.

Plenty of food, drink, and merchandise corners will also be set up for visitors to enjoy.

Date
- The festival will be held on Sunday, September 21st, 2025.
Time
- The event runs from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
Location
- Osako Country Plaza (around Edel Hill), Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture.
Admission
- Entry to the festival is free.
- Wine, food, and other items are available for purchase.
Please Note
- The venue will be a pedestrian-only zone from 10:00am to 3:30pm, with no vehicle access.
- Please refrain from bringing outside alcoholic beverages into the venue.
- Do not drink and drive.

By Train
- The nearest local train station is Ishidoriya Station.
- The nearest Shinkansen station is Shin-Hanamaki Station.
- Free Shuttle Bus
  - A free shuttle bus service will run from Ishidoriya Station to the festival venue.
  - This is a highly recommended method of access.
By Car
- Temporary parking lots will be set up around the venue.
- Parking Shuttle Bus
  - A free shuttle bus will run from the temporary parking lots to the event site.
  - Please note that you cannot drive directly to the venue during festival hours.

Event Summary

location_on Location	Around Edel Hill, Osakocho, Hanamaki City
map Area	Iwate
category CATEGORY	Food Festival

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