Risonare Yatsugatake In Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan’s largest producer of grapes, “Grape Academy ~Summer Vacation Free Study~” will be held where you can learn about grapes through outdoor learning and food experiences with producers

[Risonare Yatsugatake] In Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan’s largest producer of grapes, “Grape Academy ~Summer Vacation Free Study~” will be held to learn about grapes through outdoor learning and food experiences taught by producers ​
Hoshino Resort Press release: March 20, 2025 [Risonare Yatsugatake] In Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan’s largest producer of grapes, “Grape Academy ~Summer Vacation Free Research~” will be held where you can learn about grapes through outdoor learning and food experiences taught by producers. ~You can observe grapes in the field, measure the differences between varieties with a sugar meter, and complete your summer vacation research through authentic experiences~
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/33064/1194/33064-1194-75a9d7de4314da2a9daa8976571a52f9-2192×1462.jpg Outdoor learning in the vineyard Risonare Yatsugatake, a resort hotel located in the Yatsugatake area, which is rich in nature, will hold a “Grape Academy – Summer Vacation Free Research” where you can learn about grapes through outdoor learning and food experiences with producers in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan’s largest producer of grapes, from August 5th to August 29th, 2025. On the first day, after learning about grape varieties and the work of farmers with the hotel staff, participants will actually go to the fields, hear from growers about grapes, touch and observe grapes, and learn through hands-on experience. On the second day, at the Risonare Kids Studio, we learned about substandard grapes and made cream puffs using substandard grapes. The final program is a program where you can compile what you learned and realized through the experience into a worksheet and complete your independent summer research. Background Yamanashi Prefecture, where RISONARE Yatsugatake is located, began growing grapes about 1,300 years ago and currently boasts the highest production volume in Japan. (*1) There are many grape varieties that are original to Yamanashi Prefecture, and there are a wide variety of grape varieties grown within the prefecture, and each variety is attractive for its unique appearance and taste. We planned this program because we wanted to provide an experience where you could not only eat delicious grapes, but also learn about the thoughts of the producers, the process of grape cultivation, and the problems faced by substandard products. *1 Yamanashi Prefecture homepage 4 steps of “Grape Academy ~Summer Vacation Free Research~” Step 1 Preparation about grapes At the beginning of your first day, learn about grapes with the hotel staff. Approximately 40 varieties of grapes are grown in Yamanashi Prefecture, which is Japan’s largest producer of grapes, and each variety is characterized by differences not only in color, shape, and size, but also in taste and sugar content. In preparation for the field trip to the vineyard that follows, participants will deepen their understanding of grapes by learning about “grape varieties,” “the history of grape cultivation,” and “the work of grape farmers.” Step 2 Learn about “grape cultivation” from the producers
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/33064/1194/33064-1194-580bb6fd3f01ff4b22c55f1e46392d03-626×418.jpg Measuring the sugar content of grapes using a sugar meter After completing your preparations, you will go to the vineyard and learn more about grape cultivation by listening to the growers and observing the grapes. Participants will deepen their knowledge of grape cultivation by learning about things to be careful of when growing grapes, how to determine the harvest time, and that even among the grapes grown, there are some that cannot be shipped. Another feature of the program is that you can learn deeply about grapes through outdoor learning, such as actually touching the grapes and observing their color, measuring the sugar content of each variety using a saccharimeter, determining which grapes are likely to be harvested, and actually harvesting them. Step 3 Taste substandard grapes at Risonare Kids Studio
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/33064/1194/33064-1194-77664a3a9c35715ae9a9145afa866566-3900×2602.jpg Learning about substandard grapes
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/33064/1194/33064-1194-1dcc676dfaf90956ccbf961791153a44-3900×2602.jpg “Grape cream puff” made using non-standard grapes On the final day, they made “grape cream puffs” using substandard grapes at Risonare Kids Studio. In addition to learning about the deliciousness of grapes, students will also think about how to deliver them to consumers without throwing them away, and deepen their knowledge about substandard grapes. By actually tasting substandard grapes, you can learn that even substandard grapes have the same deliciousness and value. Step 4 Complete the independent research by filling out the summary sheet
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/33064/1194/33064-1194-f3c210a469191a4100d5bd955ff1bc28-626×418.jpg Summary sheet for this program After learning about grapes, you will summarize what you learned and noticed through the experience on a summary sheet specifically for this program. Once you have completed filling out the sheet to reflect on your experiences, your summer vacation research will be complete. Program schedule 13:30-14:00 Preparation at Risonare Yatsugatake 14:00-15:00 Move to the vineyard 15:00-16:00 Outdoor learning about grapes from grape producers 16:30-17:30 Move to Risonare Yatsugatake 9:30-10:20 Taste substandard grapes at Risonare Kids Studio 10:30-11:00 Fill out the summary sheet Summary of “Grape Academy ~Summer Vacation Free Study~” Implementation date: Every Tuesday from August 5th to August 29th, 2025 *Exclusion dates may apply Price: 10,000 yen (1 person, tax included) Target: Guests of 3rd to 6th grade elementary school students Contents: Experience in the vineyard, RISONARE Kids Studio, summary sheet, writing utensils, photos during the experience Capacity: 2-4 people Reservations: Accepted on the official website until 7 days in advance Official website:
https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/risonareyatsugatake/ Note: Contents may change depending on weather conditions. About
contributing to SDGs Hoshino Resorts, which operates RISONARE Yatsugatake, believes that CSV management (*2) that balances economic and social value is important. We view SDGs (*3) as a framework for promoting CSV management, and are promoting various initiatives at each facility. This initiative at our hotel aims to contribute to Goal 4 of the SDGs: “Quality education for everyone” and Goal 12: “Responsible production and consumption.” *2 CSV: Creation of shared value. A way of thinking that aims to solve social issues through business. *3 SDGs: Sustainable Development Goals Risonare Yatsugatake
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/33064/1194/33064-1194-df45786cbcfa78445a16b723d9db11ed-3900×2599.jpg Main street “Piman Street” This is a resort hotel located in a place surrounded by the magnificent nature of Yatsugatake. The concept is “a town where a mountain vacation can come true.” “Vacanza” means vacation in Italian. The facility offers a feel of an Italian mountain city, with guest rooms where you can relax and feel like you’re living there, activities set in the majestic nature, and meals where you can enjoy local wine. Address: 129-1 Kobuchizawa-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture 408-0044 Telephone: 050-3134-8093 (Risonare Reservation Center) Number of rooms: 172 ・Check-in: 15:00 / Check-out: 12:00 Price: 1 night From 25,000 yen (tax and service charge included per person when 2 people occupy a room) Access: Approximately 5 minutes by car from JR Kobuchizawa Station (free shuttle bus available) URL:
https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/risonareyatsugatake/ What is “Risonare” “Risonare” is a resort hotel brand developed by Hoshino Resorts. Based on the concept of “PLAY HARD,” where you can get immersed and have fun, we have a space design that takes advantage of the characteristics of the land, and a wide range of activities, allowing you to experience experiences unique to the region and season. Risonare offers visitors an unforgettable journey through a stay that goes beyond their imagination. Currently, it has been expanded to seven facilities in Japan and overseas, and RISONARE Shimonoseki is scheduled to open in Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture in 2025. URL:
https://www.hoshinoresorts.com/brand/risonare/
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/33064/1194/33064-1194-e7f4147f3120511dc2941d9df18feaa9-2244×1748.jpg RISONARE brand has 7 facilities in Japan and overseas