Osaka wine
There are vast vineyards in the area formerly known as Minamikawachi in Kashiwara City and Habikino City in southern Osaka.
During the Edo period, cotton was cultivated on this land, but after that decline was overwhelmed by foreign cotton, grape cultivation began during the Meiji period. There was a time in the early Showa era when it was the number one producing area in the country, but it is not well known even by people in Osaka.
However, there are wineries with a history of over 100 years, and wines made using 100% locally harvested grapes. You can sample it at the wineries scattered around Minamikawachi, and purchase it at the direct sales store. In recent years, the quality has improved significantly, and there are many types, making it popular.
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