Koshu Beef & Wine Pairing Dinner

The Koshu Beef & Wine Pairing Dinner is a set evening experience at a teppan steakhouse in central Kofu, built around a multi-cut tasting course of Koshu beef, Yamanashi's own branded wagyu, grilled to order tableside and paired with four wines from Katsunuma selected by an on-site sommelier to match each cut's fat content and seasoning. The course typically moves from a lighter cut such as a beef tataki starter through sirloin and a richer, fattier cut, finishing with a small rice or noodle dish that uses the beef drippings, while the accompanying wines shift correspondingly from a crisp Koshu white to a fuller Muscat Bailey A red. Between courses, the chef or sommelier explains Koshu beef's grading system and the cattle-raising areas within Yamanashi Prefecture where the beef is produced, giving diners context most standalone steakhouse visits do not include. The evening is entirely savoury and wine-focused, without a dedicated sweet course beyond a small palate-cleansing dessert. The ¥12,000 base fee covers the full tasting course and standard wine pairing; a ¥18,000 tier upgrades to premium cuts and reserve-label wines. Not included is additional wine beyond the paired pours and transport to the restaurant. Reservations are essential, particularly for weekend dates, since teppan counter seating is limited and each course is prepared to order; travelers should book at least several days ahead directly with the restaurant or through the Kofu City Tourism Association.