Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing One Day Trip
Fuji Photo Tour Scenic Train Mountaintop Cable Car and Lawson
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing Full Day Trip
Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka
Mt. Fuji 5th Station Climb, Oshino Hakkai Walk & Hot Spring Day Tour
Our pick of the best Central Hotel Deals
Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
"Nice place to stay,"
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Kofu Washington Hotel Plaza
"It’s ok"
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort
"Hotel was really nice, very clean and spacious. They provided pyjamas, toothbrushes and other free amenities that you can collect at the reception area which was top quality. Only thing missing was Mt Fuji which was not visible for the two days we stayed which would have been an incredible view from ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi
"Great location, helpful staff, free shuttle bus"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
"Clean room, very friendly and helpful staff. The onsen was a unique experience and a must-to-do if staying here"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
HaoSTAY
"I was really excited to stay here, mainly because of the amazing view of Mount Fuji, and it absolutely delivered. The rooftop view was incredible and definitely one of the highlights of our stay. Especially since it was a clear sunny day, not a cloud to be seen! The room itself was okay. The television ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central
Marunouchi
If you're spending some time in Marunouchi, Takeda Shingen Statue and Maizuru Castle 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.
