Title: Visit Central: 2026 Central, Kofu Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Central](https://expedia.com/Central-Hotels.d913924999717437440.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kofu](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Kofu.d6140108.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kofu](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Kofu.d6140108.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Central](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Central.d913924999717437440.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central Vacations](https://expedia.com/Central.d913924999717437440.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Central ## 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.com/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.com/Yamanashi-Prefectural-Museum-Of-Art-Kofu.d553248621532773549.Vacation-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.com/Shosenkyo-Ropeway-Kofu.d553248621532773586.Vacation-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 4/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Maizuru-Castle-Marunouchi.d6270667.Vacation-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 with a stop at Takeda Shingen Statue. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Takeda-Shingen-Statue-Marunouchi.d553248621565948046.Vacation-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 View Buddhist tablets, make a dragon weep and find a secret view of Mount Fuji at this 16th-century temple. [](https://expedia.com/Kai-Zenkoji-Temple-Kofu.d553248621532773556.Vacation-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 travels to Kofu. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Yamanashi-Science-Center-Kofu.d6270678.Vacation-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 $836 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/all-inclusive-winery-tour-with-view-of-mt-fuji.a49787950.activity-details) ![Mount Fuji Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Tokyo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49740043/dc44c748-735b-488d-b03c-a75009f5fb05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Fuji Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Tokyo $67 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mount-fuji-full-day-sightseeing-tour-from-tokyo.a49740043.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 $59 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-tokyo-mount-fuji-sightseeing-full-day-trip.a50086268.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 $43 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/japan-1-day-fuji-5-lakes-fall-tour-kawaguchi-yamanaka-lawson-hikawa-shop.a51039815.activity-details) ![From Tokyo: Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Lake Ashi & Oshino Hakkai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49593392/88b5a3dc-7db3-4f41-8009-1ff0e2279779.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip $149 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mount-fuji.a49593392.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 $27 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/tokyoshibuya-dance-show-2026-jan-1617.a51248797.activity-details) [See all activities in Kofu](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Kofu.d6140108.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Central Hotel Deals ![Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693300/2693266/31f95cd2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring 1-14-3 Chuo Kofu Yamanashi-ken Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $72 nightly $79 total Mar 16 - Mar 17 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kofu. 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[](https://expedia.com/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.com/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 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. 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