Winart Summer 2026 Issue: 'Japanese Wine, Chugoku Region – The Quietly Shining Wineries' Featuring 11 Wineries, Released June 5

Bijutsu Shuppan-Sha Co., Ltd. (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) will release the Summer 2026 issue (No. 125) of 'Winart' on Friday, June 5, 2026. The cover feature, based on the Chugoku Mountains, includes on-site reports from leading wineries in Hiroshima, Shimane, and Okayama prefectures, introducing the terroir and the challenges of the winemakers that shape the wines of the Chugoku region. Additionally, a special article focuses on rosé wine, which is gaining attention amid a global boom, exploring its deep appeal through market trends and pairings.

Feature: Japanese Wine, Chugoku Region

The Quietly Shining Wineries: Their Individuality Painted by Diverse Grapes

The Chugoku region boasts diverse climates and terrains, from the warm Seto Inland Sea coast to the humid Sea of Japan side and the cool plateaus and basins of the Chugoku Mountains, producing different wines in each area. This feature explains the characteristics of the Chugoku region as a wine-producing area, unraveling the local terroir and cultivation environments centered on the Chugoku Mountains. Furthermore, it includes on-site reports from 11 wineries in Hiroshima, Shimane, and Okayama prefectures that are working to improve quality, exploring the current state of Chugoku wine through the winemakers' philosophies and innovations in cultivation and brewing.

The featured wineries are: Hiroshima Miyoshi Winery, Fukuyama Wine Workshop, Vinoble Vineyard & Winery, Okuizumo Vineyard, Shimane Winery, Iwami Winery, domaine tetta, Hiruzen Winery, COLTRADA, GRAPE SHIP, and La Grande Colline Japon. The report covers producers working in different environments, including inland basins, highland areas, the Seto Inland Sea coast, and the Sea of Japan side. It introduces the background and individuality that shape Chugoku wines through diverse approaches, such as cultivating European grape varieties and regionally rooted varieties, efforts to bring out the land's character, and the producers' relationship with the land.

Because the region cannot be defined by a single production area image, Chugoku wines offer new discoveries. The feature delves into the strength of the Chugoku region through the journey and appeal of the winemakers who have quietly but steadily improved quality.

Special Feature: Rediscovering Rosé Wine – The Free Wine to Drink Now

This special article introduces the multifaceted appeal of rosé wine, which is sparking a boom worldwide and gaining renewed interest in Japan.

The first half features a roundtable discussion with three importers. They discuss the current state of rosé wine in the Japanese market, the shift away from the 'sweet' image, and the rise of higher-priced rosés due to the spread of pairing culture. They delve into the latest trends in rosé wine, including the diversity of flavors based on grape varieties and aging, and the changing expressions depending on the glass.

The second half features the owner of 'ketoku', an izakaya in Gotokuji, Tokyo, who proposes pairings of rosé wine with casual meals. Using four categories—appetizers, seafood, meat, and ethnic cuisine—the owner explains pairing points from a professional perspective. The article also introduces 24 rosé wines from around the world that pair with each dish, showcasing the deep appeal and diverse ways to enjoy rosé wine.

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Magazine Information

'Winart' Summer 2026 Issue / No. 125

Publisher: Culture Convenience Club Co., Ltd.

Released by: Bijutsu Shuppan-Sha Co., Ltd.

Price: 1,800 yen + tax

Release Date: Friday, June 5, 2026

Specifications: 140 pages, A4

JAN Code: 4912098530764

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