About Us

The Yamanashi Grapevine is a freely distributed annual magazine aimed at promoting Yamanashi Prefecture by introducing its land and culture to audiences around the world.

It is distributed throughout Japan and to over 20 countries, including the United States, Australia, China, and various areas in Europe.

Our magazine’s diverse reporting staff mainly consists of CIRs (Coordinators for International Relations), who work for the local government in Yamanashi on the JET Programme.

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