Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Shosenkyo Ropeway

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.

Shosenkyo Ropeway
Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art

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.

Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art
Maizuru Castle

Maizuru Castle

Learn about the local history of Kaminoyu Onsen when you spend time at Maizuru Castle. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.

Maizuru Castle
Kai Zenkoji Temple

Kai Zenkoji Temple

You can learn about the history of Kofu with a stop at Kai Zenkoji Temple. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Kai Zenkoji Temple
Yamanashi Science Center

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.

Yamanashi Science Center
Takeda Shingen Statue

Takeda Shingen Statue

Find out about the history of Kaminoyu Onsen when you take a trip to Takeda Shingen Statue. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Takeda Shingen Statue

Activities

All Inclusive Sake BRE and Winery Tour with View of Mt. Fuji

All Inclusive Winery Tour with View of Mt. Fuji

AU$1,383
per traveller
All Inclusive Winery Tour with View of Mt. Fuji
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Lake Ashi & Oshino Hakkai

Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Lake Ashi & Giant Buddha from Tokyo

AU$193
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Lake Ashi & Giant Buddha from Tokyo
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing One Day Trip

From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing One Day Trip

AU$91
per adult
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing One Day Trip
Tokyo: Instagram-Worthy Mt Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko Day Trip

Tokyo: Instagram-Worthy Mt Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko Day Trip

AU$101
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Instagram-Worthy Mt Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko Day Trip
Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka

Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka

AU$96
per adult
Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka
Mt. Fuji Day Tour from Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

Mt. Fuji Day Tour from Shinjuku in Tokyo Japan

AU$193
per adult
Mt. Fuji Day Tour from Shinjuku in Tokyo Japan
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Our pick of the best Central Hotel Deals

Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
3 out of 5
1-14-3 Chuo, Kofu, Yamanashi-ken
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$126 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$126
15 July - 16 July
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Kofu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"I booked this hotel because I've stayed in Dormy Inns before and because I wanted a hotel with an onsen. The room suited my needs, and the onsen was very enjoyable. The staff were professional and helpful. The room was clean. The bed was comfortable. It was a pleasant stay. An extra bonus was an ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Dormy Inn Kofu Natural Hot Spring
Hotel Free Style
Hotel Free Style
2.5 out of 5
4-4-13 Chuo, Kofu, Yamanashi-ken
Stay at this hotel in Kofu. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hottarakashi Onsen Hot Spring and Yamanashi Jewelry Museum ...
6.8/10 (111 reviews)
Good for a short stay but great location!
"Good for a night or two."

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2019

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Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi
Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi
3 out of 5
294-1 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi
The price is AU$123 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$123
16 July - 17 July
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fujikawaguchiko. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,129 reviews)
Birthday Trip to Japan!
"This hotel is a good option if you’re on a budget. The best part about it was the view of Mt. Fuji from our hotel room, and the free shuttle that ran every 15 mins to and from the town center. The free breakfast buffet in the morning and the laundry room were also nice. The hotel itself is in a great ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2025

Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi
HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort
HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort
3 out of 5
Arakura 2654, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi
The price is AU$183 per night from 24 June to 25 June
AU$183
24 June - 25 June
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Fujiyoshida. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,053 reviews)
"good location that is on many bus routes around the area and near fuji-q highland station."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort
HaoSTAY
HaoSTAY
2.5 out of 5
251 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi
The price is AU$167 per night from 24 June to 25 June
AU$167
24 June - 25 June
Stay at this hotel in Fujikawaguchiko. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (479 reviews)
"Loved our room with view of Mt. Fuji! The roof top area was just as great for pictures. Hotel was nice and clean. Staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2025

HaoSTAY
Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
5-6-1 Shin-Nishihara, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi-ken
The price is AU$269 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$269
23 June - 24 June
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Fujiyoshida. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (968 reviews)
"Room was quite small for its price and cleanliness could be improved, there were squashed bugs on the wall in my room. Great location for if you are visiting Fuji Q Highland"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Central

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Marunouchi

If you're spending some time in Marunouchi, Maizuru Castle and Yamanashi Jewelry Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Marunouchi
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Kitaguchi

If you're spending some time in Kitaguchi, Sadoya Winery and Kofu Fujimura Memorial are top sights worth seeing.

Kitaguchi
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Asahi

Though Asahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yamanashi Prefectural Office and Sadoya Winery.

Asahi
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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.

Shiobe
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Midorigaoka

While there might not be top attractions in Midorigaoka, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hosen-ji Temple and Entakuji Temple.

Midorigaoka
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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.

Kokubo

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