Kofu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kofu
Where to stay in Kofu
Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Central and surrounding area, you can visit Yamanashi Jewelry Museum and Maizuru Castle.
Marunouchi
If you're spending some time in Marunouchi, Yamanashi Jewelry Museum and Takeda Shingen Statue are top sights worth seeing.
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 Jewelry Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
"Nice place to stay,"
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Dormy Inn Kofu Marunouchi
Kofu Washington Hotel Plaza
"The staff was super helpful regarding parking. The room was small, but clean and comfortable. I was more than satisfied."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Garden
"Amazing view of Mount Fuji, large, minimalist room."
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Rakuten STAY Hakone Susuki Grass Fields
"Loved this stay, it's in a quiet area close to a bus. But get the free pass if staying here to reduce costs of the bus. The only concern is how thin the walls are, we could hear our neighbours and they knocked on our door to ask us reduce noise. Overall a nic stay."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Rakuten STAY VILLA Hakone Sengokuhara
"The place is very nice. Quiet, onsen, kitchen, rooms, it is the entire apartment. Clean, easy to check in even though its self check in. Just print all your instructions. Now, even with the kitchen, there isnt too much of a option to get food to cook. ImBus to get there can be confusing for foreign ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
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.
Kofu Fujimura Memorial
Find out about the history of Kofu when you spend time at Kofu Fujimura Memorial. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the 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
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Day Trip to Trendy Spots
Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip
Full-Day Mt. Fuji Bus Tour: Lake Cruise and Noodles Making Experience
Japan: 1 Day Fuji 5 Lakes Fall Tour Kawaguchi Yamanaka Lawson Hikawa Shop
Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Area, Kawaguchiko Tour w/ Boat Ride
