Central Travel Guide
Kofu
Popular places to visit
Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art
A major art museum in Kofu, Japan, features works by top Japanese artists alongside its well-known collection of Barbizon paintings.
Shosenkyo Ropeway
You can take time to visit Shosenkyo Ropeway during your travels to Shosenkyo. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.
Maizuru Castle
Learn about the local history of Kofu when you spend time at Maizuru Castle. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.
Kai Zenkoji Temple
After visiting Kai Zenkoji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kofu. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.
Yamanashi Science Center
You can browse the exhibits at Yamanashi Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kofu. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.
Takeda Shingen Statue
Find out about the history of Kofu when you take a trip to Takeda Shingen Statue. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
1 Day Bicycle Rental near Mt.Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi
Full-Day Mt. Fuji Bus Tour: Lake Cruise and Noodles Making Experience
Mt. Fuji 5th Station Climb, Oshino Hakkai Walk & Hot Spring Day Tour
Japan: 1 Day Fuji 5 Lakes Fall Tour Kawaguchi Yamanaka Lawson Hikawa Shop
Mount Fuji Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Tokyo
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing Full Day Trip
Top hotels in Central
Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
Nice place to stay,
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort
We couldn’t try the breakfast because it was fully booked. The hotel has self-service laundry facilities available. The staffs are helpful and polite.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi
I loved this hotel. It has a shuttle from the Kawaguchicko Station. It was so convenient the restaurants and not far from the lake. The staff was helpful and the breakfast was delicious!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
Amazing Onsen and theme park
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Fuji View Hotel
Breakfast good. Spa was terrible. A sheet departing tables and the entire time staff was loud. On the phone talking SO loudly I finally had to tell them to please be quiet. The elevator kept pinging every 10 seconds. It was a real shame . It was expensive and was shocked at how loud and rude the ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
HOSHINOYA Fuji
The best hotel we have stayed. Thoughtful activities and you can’t get a better view of Mount Fuji from your own room 24/7.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central
Marunouchi
If you're spending some time in Marunouchi, Maizuru Castle and Yamanashi Jewelry Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Kitaguchi
If you're spending some time in Kitaguchi, Sadoya Winery and Kofu Fujimura Memorial are top sights worth seeing.
Asahi
Though Asahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yamanashi Prefectural Office and Sadoya Winery.
Shiobe
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shiobe and surrounding area, you can visit Yamanashi Prefectural Office and Maizuru Castle.
Midorigaoka
While there might not be top attractions in Midorigaoka, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Takeda Shrine and Takeda Shingen Statue.
Kokubo
When in Kokubo, you can plan a visit to Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art and Yamanashi Prefectural Office, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
