INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION
OF WINE BROTHERHOODS
FÉDÉRATION INTERNATIONALE
DES CONFRÉRIES BACHIQUES
The 4th ‘wine-discovery tour’ sponsored by the F.I.C.B. to discover the culture, gastronomy and wines of Japan will take place from 18 to 24 May 2026.
It is being organised by the Knights of the Vine of Japan, who are offering an exceptional programme in Tokyo and Yamanashi from 18 to 22 May 2026 (main programme), followed by an extension to Nagano from 22 to 24 May 2026.
. Click here for the programme
. Click here to access the registration site
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