Asahi Travel Guide
Kofu
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.
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
Mt. Fuji 5th Station Climb, Oshino Hakkai Walk & Hot Spring Day Tour
Mount Fuji Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Tokyo
Top hotels in Asahi
HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort
The outdoor onsen was great
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi
I rate this hotel pretty high but the only thing I didn’t like was the bed. The bed was pretty hard for my body and only one pillow. Everything else was good. It’s close to the lake, restaurants and bus stops. There were great many amenities available. Breakfast was delicious and filling. The staff ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
View of Mt Fuji from your window!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
HaoSTAY
Room is clean, breakfast is great and the view is excellent, my kids love and enjoy the stay. Thank you!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Fuji View Hotel
The view to the Mount Fuji from my room (331) was amazing! However, apart from that and helpful staff the hotel is quite run down. Breakfast was very poor, especially options for westerners.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
HOSHINOYA Fuji
The best hotel we have stayed. Thoughtful activities and you can’t get a better view of Mount Fuji from your own room 24/7.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Asahi
Kitaguchi
If you're spending some time in Kitaguchi, Sadoya Winery and Kofu Fujimura Memorial are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Marunouchi
If you're spending some time in Marunouchi, Maizuru Castle and Yamanashi Jewelry Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Yumura
Yumura might not have many top sights, but Lake Chiyoda and Takeda Shrine are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
