Title: Central Travel Guide: Best of Central, Kofu Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Hotels.d913924999717437440.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kofu](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kofu.d6140108.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Central Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central.d913924999717437440.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central.d913924999717437440.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Central Travel Guide ## Kofu ![Maizurujo Park which includes views, a city and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621585428141/09f22c25-b962-4294-8891-b5fd67688505.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maizurujo Park which includes views, a city and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621585428141/09f22c25-b962-4294-8891-b5fd67688505.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maizurujo Park featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621585428141/06a2e4b5-7abe-4c9c-9442-d6ad90854c8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maizurujo Park showing a park as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621585428141/bc1f330f-2335-4b93-b0c5-e1b04aa53258.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maizurujo Park which includes street scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621585428141/0a742e59-0573-49e4-8c80-e53636cdd384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kofu travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kofu.dx6140108) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532773549/a709f1bc-5a2a-4e25-971e-db9181e39db5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamanashi-Prefectural-Museum-Of-Art-Kofu.d553248621532773549.Attraction) ![Shosenkyo Ropeway which includes a gondola and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532773586/c19093a9-a253-4ffd-b683-41a7fe3f6ebc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shosenkyo-Ropeway-Kofu.d553248621532773586.Attraction) ![Chubu which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6270667/5da5915f-c5f5-4c7d-8ac5-8872678975c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maizuru-Castle-Kofu.d6270667.Attraction) ![Kai Zenkoji Temple showing a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532773556/824f7146-a69b-43d7-acf3-fc064b83a3a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kai-Zenkoji-Temple-Kofu.d553248621532773556.Attraction) ![Takeda Shingen Statue which includes a statue or sculpture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621565948046/d241d52d-e74d-49ff-913a-006a8dc2f9ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Takeda-Shingen-Statue-Kofu.d553248621565948046.Attraction) ![Kofu showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6270678/83434fc8-7a89-44d1-9740-e79eed1caa71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamanashi-Science-Center-Kofu.d6270678.Attraction) ### Things to do ![All Inclusive Sake BRE and Winery Tour with View of Mt. Fuji](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49787950/0560dd8d-e79a-418e-b38c-394e1b7b2a39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### All Inclusive Winery Tour with View of Mt. Fuji £618 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/all-inclusive-winery-tour-with-view-of-mt-fuji.a49787950.activity-details) ![From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing One Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49982493/0ddc69f0-42c2-45aa-add3-1d6120655535.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing One Day Trip £44 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-tokyo-mount-fuji-sightseeing-one-day-trip.a49982493.activity-details) ![From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing Full Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50086268/a9eb1829-4f7e-4d64-bc4b-340a43fe4f3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing Full Day Trip £44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-tokyo-mount-fuji-sightseeing-full-day-trip.a50086268.activity-details) ![Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49175583/28a84b2c-9e4e-41c8-92eb-27f04c0d826a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka £36 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-tour-at-mt-fuji.a49175583.activity-details) ![Dance Show Bar Kizuki](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51248797/02c20f30-34cc-434d-abce-30ea1fff807b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 【Tokyo】Shibuya Dance Show 2026: Jan 16–17, Feb 13–14, Mar 6–7 £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tokyoshibuya-dance-show-2026-jan-1617.a51248797.activity-details) ![Japan: 1 Day Fuji 5 Lakes Fall Tour Kawaguchi Yamanaka Lawson Hikawa Shop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51039815/b7445825-5cbf-4676-9c93-724edcdb2980.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Japan: 1 Day Fuji 5 Lakes Fall Tour Kawaguchi Yamanaka Lawson Hikawa Shop £32 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/japan-1-day-fuji-5-lakes-fall-tour-kawaguchi-yamanaka-lawson-hikawa-shop.a51039815.activity-details) [See all activities in Kofu](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kofu.d6140108.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Central ![Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693300/2693266/b895c09d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring 1-14-3 Chuo Kofu Yamanashi-ken £56 22 Mar - 23 Mar Stay at this spa hotel in Kofu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=2693266&PinnedHotelID=2693266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=913924999717437440) ![Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34915800/34915775/eb2fd6ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi 294-1 Funatsu Fujikawaguchiko Yamanashi £58 12 Mar - 13 Mar Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fujikawaguchiko. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,381 reviews) Staying in Kawaguchiko was one of my favorite parts of Japan. I had two clear sunny days with great views of Mt. Fuji. The lake was beautiful. Tokyo Inn was very accommodating. I would definitely stay there again. Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=34915775&PinnedHotelID=34915775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=913924999717437440) ![HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16120000/16114300/16114229/d7c5303c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort Arakura 2654 Fujiyoshida Yamanashi £105 12 Mar - 13 Mar Stay at this spa hotel in Fujiyoshida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,235 reviews) Very good accomodation next to Akaska bus stop. Had a good introduction to Onsan with this one overlooking Fuji San! No milk or creamer in room and although free coffee machine downstairs only available in limited morning hours. Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=16114229&PinnedHotelID=16114229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=913924999717437440) ![Highland Resort Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/990200/990130/df4448cc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Highland Resort Hotel & Spa 5-6-1 Shin-Nishihara Fujiyoshida Yamanashi-ken £122 10 Mar - 11 Mar Stay at this spa hotel in Fujiyoshida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) Spa doesn’t allow me to go in because of tattoo Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=990130&PinnedHotelID=990130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=913924999717437440) ![Kasuitei Ohya](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13010000/13002300/13002262/d15cf002_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kasuitei Ohya Funatsu 4025 Fujikawaguchiko Yamanashi-ken £152 10 Mar - 11 Mar Stay at this spa ryokan in Fujikawaguchiko. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (670 reviews) Staff was not considerate Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=13002262&PinnedHotelID=13002262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=913924999717437440) ![The Noborisaka Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26670000/26661600/26661540/e49d3479_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Noborisaka Hotel 6832 FUNATSU Fujikawaguchiko Yamanashi £64 15 Mar - 16 Mar Stay at this hotel in Fujikawaguchiko. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Fuji-Q Highland and Lake Kawaguchi are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (424 reviews) Had an amazing stay at The Noborisaka Hotel. The room was really spacious, clean, and comfortable, and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. The location is great for exploring the Mt Fuji area and everything felt very well maintained. Would definitely stay here again! 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Marunouchi.dx913924133633589248) ![Kofu Fujimura Memorial featuring a statue or sculpture and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562274166/7581f1d0-df7c-4397-8301-7888053e0fef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kitaguchi If you're spending some time in Kitaguchi, Sadoya Winery and Kofu Fujimura Memorial are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Kitaguchi.dx913925918544859136) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Asahi Though Asahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Takeda Shingen Statue and Yamanashi Prefectural Office. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Asahi.dx913926479472156672) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Yamanashi Prefectural Office. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Shiobe.dx913927424478216192) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Midorigaoka.dx913928141953679360) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Kokubo.dx913932261815193600) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Central Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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