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Places in Kofu
Browse 19 photo-backed places to visit in Kofu.
Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan
Kofu, Japan
Recognized as the world's oldest operating hotel, this secluded mountain ryokan has welcomed travelers to its rejuvenating hot springs for over 1,300 years.
Yamataka Jindai Zakura
Kofu, Japan
Believed to be up to 2,000 years old, this legendary botanical wonder is celebrated as one of Japan's oldest and most revered cherry trees.
Nakamura Keith Haring Collection
Kofu, Japan
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of iconic pop artist Keith Haring at this striking museum nestled in the tranquil nature of Yamanashi.
Shosenkyo Gorge
Kofu, Japan
Ranked among Japan's most picturesque ravines, Shosenkyo Gorge enchants visitors with dramatic granite cliffs, rushing waters, and spectacular seasonal foliage.
Takeda Shrine
Kofu, Japan
Dedicated to the legendary warlord Takeda Shingen, this historic shrine occupies the ancient grounds of his fortified residence, complete with surviving stone walls and a tranquil moat.
Kofu Castle
Kofu, Japan
Explore the dramatic stone ramparts, reconstructed gates, and scenic mountain views at Kofu Castle, a historic fortress transformed into a peaceful public park.
Kai-Zenkoji Temple
Kofu, Japan
Founded by the legendary warlord Takeda Shingen, Kai-Zenkoji Temple is a magnificent sanctuary modeled after Nagano's famed Zenkoji.
Katsunuma Wineries
Kofu, Japan
Discover the birthplace of Japanese winemaking nestled in the scenic Kofu basin, where picturesque vineyards offer cellar tours and exquisite tastings.
Daizenji Temple
Kofu, Japan
Perched on a scenic vineyard hillside overlooking the Kofu Plain, Daizenji Temple—fondly known as the "Grape Temple"—is an ancient sanctuary steeped in centuries of viticultural and Buddhist history.
Hottarakashi Onsen
Kofu, Japan
Soak in open-air hot springs overlooking the Kofu Basin with breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Fuji.
Nishizawa Keikoku
Kofu, Japan
Immerse yourself in the pristine wilderness of Nishizawa Keikoku, a scenic mountain gorge renowned for emerald waters and dramatic waterfalls.
Daizenji 'Grape Temple'
Kofu, Japan
Perched on a hillside overlooking the Koshu Valley, this historic Buddhist sanctuary doubles as a working winery where monks have cultivated grapes and crafted local wine for centuries.
Nanbu Town Dragon Tower
Kofu, Japan
Climb into the toothy maw of a towering 100-foot dragon hidden deep in the rural forests of Aomori.
Stone God of Nanoka-Ichiba
Kofu, Japan
Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, this monumental spherical boulder is the largest known example of Yamanashi’s enigmatic, deeply revered stone deities.
Lake Yamanaka
Kofu, Japan
As the largest of the Fuji Five Lakes, Lake Yamanaka offers sweeping lakeside panoramas and some of the most spectacular views of Mount Fuji.
Narusawa Ice Cave
Kofu, Japan
Descend into a subterranean wonderland beneath Mount Fuji, where natural ice pillars stay frozen all year inside a volcanic lava tube.
Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
Kofu, Japan
Glide above the shores of Lake Kawaguchi on this scenic aerial lift for breathtaking, panoramic views of Mount Fuji and the surrounding valley.
Saruhashi Bridge
Kofu, Japan
Celebrated as one of Japan’s three most unique bridges, Saruhashi Bridge is a historic architectural marvel suspended dramatically over a lush river gorge.
Mt. Minobu
Kofu, Japan
A sacred spiritual retreat in Yamanashi, Mt. Minobu combines ancient Buddhist heritage at Kuonji Temple with sweeping panoramic vistas of Mt. Fuji and the Southern Alps.
