Budo-no-Oka ("Grape Hill") is a hilltop wine-tourism facility above Koshu with its own cellar, tasting counter, and a restaurant positioned for the view down over the Katsunuma vineyard valley toward the mountains beyond. The food is built around Koshu beef and grilled or hot-stone dishes meant to go with the flight of estate wines available downstairs, rather than an ambitious kitchen in its own right. It reads as a stop on a day of vineyard-hopping — busy at midday, especially when tour coaches are on-site during grape season.
The restaurant at Budo-no-Oka, or Grape Hill, sits atop a terraced hillside overlooking the Katsunuma vineyards and the wider Kofu Basin, part of a larger complex that also includes a hot spring bathhouse and a wine cellar stocking more than 140 regional labels for tasting and purchase. The kitchen's Koshu beef hot-stone grill set lets diners cook the branded Yamanashi beef to their own preference at the table, while a grape and vineyard vegetable salad draws directly on produce grown on the property's own slopes. Because the restaurant sits at elevation with an open terrace, it offers some of the widest panoramic views of any dining spot in the Katsunuma wine region, particularly striking at sunset. The complex's wine cellar allows diners to select a flight from its extensive regional selection to accompany the meal, going beyond what a single winery's own restaurant can typically offer. Reservations are recommended for dinner and weekend lunch given the popularity of the terrace seating. Prices run from about ¥2,000 to ¥5,000, and the restaurant is open daily from 10am with last order at 7pm, making it one of the more flexible dining options in the area.
| Price | ¥2,000–5,000 ($13–31) |
|---|---|
| Hours | 10:00–20:00 (restaurant last order 19:00); open daily |
| Reservations | Recommended for dinner and weekend lunch |
| Address | 1338-1 Kamiiwakubo, Koshu, Yamanashi 409-1313 |
Signature dishes
- Koshu beef hot-stone grill set
- Grape and vineyard vegetable salad
- Wine-tasting flight from the on-site cellar
Good to know
- Known for
- Hilltop restaurant at the Budo-no-Oka (Grape Hill) complex, combining panoramic vineyard views with an on-site hot spring and a 140-plus label wine cellar
Location
1338-1 Kamiiwakubo, Koshu, Yamanashi 409-1313
35.6521, 138.7261 View on map
Highlights
- Panoramic hilltop views over the Katsunuma vineyards and Kofu Basin
- On-site wine cellar with more than 140 regional labels for tasting
- Koshu beef hot-stone grill set cooked tableside
- Part of a larger complex including an on-site hot spring
Tips for visiting
- Reserve terrace seating for dinner to catch sunset views over the vineyards
- Sample a wine flight from the cellar rather than a single bottle to compare regional labels
- Combine a meal with a soak at the complex's on-site hot spring
- Open daily, making it a reliable option even when other winery restaurants are closed
Accessibility
The complex has paved walkways and elevator access between levels, making the restaurant and cellar generally accessible to visitors with mobility needs.
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Frequently asked questions
What else is at the Budo-no-Oka complex besides the restaurant?
The complex includes a hot spring bathhouse and a wine cellar stocking more than 140 regional wine labels.
Can diners choose wines beyond a set pairing?
Yes, the on-site cellar allows diners to select a flight or bottle from its wider regional selection.
Is a reservation necessary?
Recommended for dinner and weekend lunch, given the popularity of the terrace seating.
What are the hours?
The restaurant is open daily from 10am, with last order at 7pm.