Kofu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kofu
Where to stay in Kofu
Marunouchi
If you're spending some time in Marunouchi, Takeda Shingen Statue and Maizuru Castle are top sights worth seeing.
Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Central and surrounding area, you can visit Maizuru Castle and Yamanashi Prefectural Office.
Kitaguchi
If you're spending some time in Kitaguchi, Kofu Fujimura Memorial and Kofu City History Park are top sights worth seeing.
Yumura
Yumura might not have many top sights, but Takeda Shrine and Takeda Shingen Statue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Kamiimaicho
While there might not be top attractions in Kamiimaicho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kose Sports Park and Yamanashi Prefectural Office.
Dormy Inn Kofu Marunouchi
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Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
Fabulous indoor/outdoor onsen baths open long hours (with snacks after!). Reception decor was tired and staff tired too. Otherwise friendly vibe, short walk to station. Good value and I would return.
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
Toyoko Inn Kofu Station Minami 1
部屋はきれいでしたが、喫煙ルームがまだ存在するのがいただけなかったです チェックイン、チェックアウトは自動化されており、スタッフは補助としている形式になります
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Rakuten STAY Hakone Susuki Grass Fields
clean room, amenities, friendly helpful people, location, spacious room(s) mineral hot spring room, kitchen, bedroom very comfortable. Thank you!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Rakuten STAY VILLA Hakone Sengokuhara
温泉が一番良かった。
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Rakuten STAY VILLA Hakone Togendai
Checkin was an ipad. No people. Hotels.com never gave me my booking reference for the hotel so we couldnt check in. Finally found a way to contact what appears to be a Rakuten call centre and they gave me my booking ref. I had to then manually enter loads of info, photograph passports and faces of ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
1 Day Bicycle Rental near Mt.Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi
Tokyo: Mt.Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko 1-Day Bus Tour without Lunch
Lake Kawaguchiko: Japanese Traditional Cotton Kimono Rental
One day tour to Mount Fuji's popular attractions
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing Full Day Trip
