Kofu

Travel Guide

Chubu featuring mist or fog, snow and mountains
Lake Kawaguchi which includes fishing, a sunset and a lake or waterhole
Chubu showing a house and a park as well as a small group of people
Chubu featuring a sunset, snow and mountains
Kofu showing flowers, signage and drinks or beverages

Where to stay in Kofu

Maizurujo Park showing a park

Marunouchi

While visiting Marunouchi, you might make a stop by sights like Takeda Shingen Statue and Maizuru Castle.

Marunouchi
Kaina Shrine Kofu City
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Central

When in Central, you can plan a visit to Maizuru Castle and Yamanashi Prefectural Office, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Kokubo

While Kokubo isn't home to many top sights, Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art and Yamanashi Prefectural Office are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kokubo
Kofu Fujimura Memorial showing street scenes as well as a couple

Kitaguchi

If you're spending some time in Kitaguchi, Sadoya Winery and Kofu Fujimura Memorial are top sights worth seeing.

Kitaguchi
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Asahi

While there might not be top attractions in Asahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Takeda Shingen Statue and Yamanashi Prefectural Office.

Asahi
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Kamiimaicho

When in Kamiimaicho, you can plan a visit to Kose Sports Park and Yamanashi Prefectural Office, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kamiimaicho
Dormy Inn Kofu Marunouchi

Dormy Inn Kofu Marunouchi

3 out of 5
3-1-3, Marunouchi, Kofu, Yamanashi
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The price is ₩114,122 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
₩114,122
₩125,534 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kofu. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
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"Friendly staff in a clean and neat environment."

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Dormy Inn Kofu Marunouchi
Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring

3 out of 5
1-14-3 Chuo, Kofu, Yamanashi-ken
The price is ₩111,546 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
₩111,546
₩122,702 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Kofu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"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 Sep 17, 2025

Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
Toyoko Inn Kofu Station Minami 1

Toyoko Inn Kofu Station Minami 1

3 out of 5
1-13-20, Marunouchi, Kofu, Yamanashi
The price is ₩82,889 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
₩82,889
₩91,178 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kofu. Enjoy free breakfast, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8/10 Very Good! (575 reviews)
"Pretty good location for the train station"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2025

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Rakuten STAY Hakone Susuki Grass Fields

Rakuten STAY Hakone Susuki Grass Fields

4 out of 5
1246-80 Rokurobee, Sengokuhara,, Hakone, Kanagawa
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Lake Ashi ...
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Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

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The Garden

The Garden

3 out of 5
3554 Funatsu, Minamitsuru, Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi
Stay at this 3-star condo in Fujikawaguchiko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fuji-Q Highland and Lake Kawaguchi are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (172 reviews)
"Beautiful and clean hotel. The staffs are very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

The Garden
Rakuten STAY VILLA Hakone Sengokuhara

Rakuten STAY VILLA Hakone Sengokuhara

4 out of 5
1246-748 Sengokuhara, Hakone, Kanagawa
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9/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
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Popular places to visit

Shosenkyo Ropeway which includes a gondola and signage

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.

Shosenkyo Ropeway
Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art

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.

Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art
Chubu which includes heritage architecture

Maizuru Castle

Learn about the local history of Kofu when you take a trip to Maizuru Castle. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.

Maizuru Castle
Takeda Shingen Statue which includes a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

Takeda Shingen Statue

Find out about the history of Kofu with a stop at Takeda Shingen Statue. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Takeda Shingen Statue
Kai Zenkoji Temple showing a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

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.

Kai Zenkoji Temple
Maizurujo Park showing a park

Maizuru Castle Park

After visiting Maizuru Castle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kofu. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals.

Maizuru Castle Park

Cities near Kofu

Fujikawaguchiko which includes landscape views, mountains and a city

Fujikawaguchiko

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Minobu

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