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.
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
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing One Day Trip
Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka
Tokyo: Mount Fuji One Day Trip Lake Kawaguchi & Lake Yamanaka
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing Full Day Trip
Tokyo: Mt.Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko 1-Day Bus Tour w/ Optional Lunch
Mt. Fuji Tour Historic Village,Kawaguchiko Ropeway and Matcha
Top hotels in Central
Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
Nice place to stay,
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort
The hotel description is very misleading. The rooms are extremely small, and the double room is one tiny bed (the same size as one bed in a twin room). The decor is extremely outdated, the bathroom is tiny, and you cannot change the heating in the room by yourself meaning it is either too cold or ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi
Perfect place to stay. Its so clean, the staff is friendly, there is free shuttle by the hotel to/from Kawaguchiko station every 10 mins which takes literally 2 mins. Breakfast is included, very close to the kawaguchi lake. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
GREAT VIEWS of Mt Fuji while having breakfast. Good selection of food as well. Rooms were comfortable, Onsen access required a short walk through covered hallway but is accessible. Perfect location to the amusement park. Parking very accessible.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Fuji View Hotel
breakfast is good
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
HOSHINOYA Fuji
Best room view I have ever lived
Reviewed on 20 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.
