Kofu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Kofu
Where to stay in Kofu

Marunouchi
If you're spending some time in Marunouchi, Takeda Shingen Statue and Maizuru Castle are top sights worth seeing.

Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Central and surrounding area, you can visit Maizuru Castle and Yamanashi Prefectural Office.

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

Tokugyo
Tokugyo might not have many top sights, but Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art and Yamanashi Prefectural Office are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Yumura
Yumura might not have many top sights, but Takeda Shrine and Takeda Shingen Statue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 Kofu City History Park.

Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
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 17 Sept 2025

Dormy Inn Kofu Marunouchi
Great place to stay at Kofu! It comes with excellent breakfast, free amenities like ice cream, welcome drinks and ramen.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Toyoko Inn Kofu Station Minami 1
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Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Rakuten STAY Hakone Susuki Grass Fields
Excellent
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Rakuten STAY VILLA Hakone Togendai
The villa is great. We loved everything about the unit. It was spacious and clean, had lots of amenities, and the private onsen was great. The layout for us (6 people) was awesome. The unit had multiple toilets and places to get ready. The fully equipped kitchen was very much welcomed. While we did ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Rakuten STAY VILLA Hakone Sengokuhara
Amazing, best stay we have ever had in our lives so far. Heated floors, projector, natural hot spring water bath that’s private, heating, 6 sleeping spaces, etc. massage chair was broken.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
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.

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.

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

Mount Fuji Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Tokyo

Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko 1Day Bus Tour with Lunch

Tokyo Mt Fuji Lake Kawaguchiko Japanese Calligraphy 1 Day Tour

Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko 1Day Bus Tour without Lunch






