the Yamanashi Grapevine 2015 Issue 1

The Grapevine is a freely distributed bi-annual magazine aimed at promoting Yamanashi Prefecture (Japan) by introducing its land and culture to a world-wide audience. As well as being sent within Japan, it is also distributed to 36 countries overseas including the United States, Australia, China and various European countries. Over the years, the magazine has witnessed numerous foreign editors, namely CIRs (Coordinators for International Relations) working in Yamanashi’s local government on the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme.