Central
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.
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
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing One Day Trip
Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing Full Day Trip
Japan: Mt. Fuji 5th Station (Arakurayama Sengen Park)
Japan: 1 Day Fuji 5 Lakes Fall Tour Kawaguchi Yamanaka Lawson Hikawa Shop
Top hotels in Central
Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
Good spa. Room is typical small size .
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi
Convinient and good location
Reviewed on 11 Apr, 2026
HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort
We had a wonderful stay. The only thing I will mention is the AC was not very powerful and it got warm in our room easily. But other than that, the amenities were fantastic, the staff were friendly and the property was organized and clean.
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026
Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
Clean, very friendly and helpful, great massage
Reviewed on 15 Apr, 2026
Fuji View Hotel
Great view and spacious room. It was the biggest room of our trip though the fuji room is outdated compared to the one with a private bath and mountain view. Bath tube is small for bigger Americans but public baths are nice and makes up for it.
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026
Kasuitei Ohya
We stayed in the Annex two buildings down, not in the hotel. We had a group of 4 so wanted a larger space for everyone. There were two beds and two futons, plus a couch. Both the beds and futons were extremely hard and none of slept at all. We were also woken up at 8am by construction on the building ...
Reviewed on 13 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 Takeda Shingen Statue and Yamanashi Prefectural Office.
Shiobe
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shiobe and surrounding area, you can visit Takeda Shingen Statue and Yamanashi Prefectural Office.
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.
