Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Good for a walk to see a modern restoration of an historically important castle and a view of Kofu, but travel for another hour and a half to Matsumoto/Shiojiri to see a real castle and a town with a lot more sightseeing.
After visiting Maizuru Castle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kofu. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals.
You can browse the exhibits at Yamanashi Jewelry Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Kofu. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
At this reconstructed school building museum, see what the school day was like for Japanese children more than 100 years ago.
Find out about the history of Kofu with a stop at Takeda Shingen Statue. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
View Buddhist tablets, make a dragon weep and find a secret view of Mount Fuji at this 16th-century temple.
