Kokubo Travel Guide
Kofu
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Kokubo
HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort
Another great stay! We just wished there was a shuttle from the hotel to train station instead taking bus or walking through tiny roads. It could be very bumpy and rainy...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi
Great place, really enjoyed the amenities and services.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
The resort is kept in pristine condition, staffs are extremely friendly. The room was well stocked with complimentary water, toiletries, and slippers. Cleanliness through the room to the entire facility is top notch. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen
My wife and I were visiting Japan for our late honeymoon. And we were treated with much respect from the Fujisan Onsen Hotel staff. Everyone was so polite and patient with us. We loved our hotel room and the view of Mt.Fuji. My wife especially loved to lay on the couch infront of the window and wished ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
HaoSTAY
Room is clean, breakfast is great and the view is excellent, my kids love and enjoy the stay. Thank you!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Fuji View Hotel
Breakfast good. Spa was terrible. A sheet departing tables and the entire time staff was loud. On the phone talking SO loudly I finally had to tell them to please be quiet. The elevator kept pinging every 10 seconds. It was a real shame . It was expensive and was shocked at how loud and rude the ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kokubo
Tokugyo
Tokugyo might not have many top sights, but Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art and Yamanashi Prefectural Office are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kamiimaicho
While there might not be top attractions in Kamiimaicho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kose Sports Park and Yamanashi Prefectural Office.
Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Central and surrounding area, you can visit Maizuru Castle and Yamanashi Prefectural Office.
Marunouchi
If you're spending some time in Marunouchi, Maizuru Castle and Yamanashi Jewelry Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Shimokajiyamachi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shimokajiyamachi and surrounding area, you can visit Kose Sports Park and Suwanangu Shrine.
Kitaguchi
If you're spending some time in Kitaguchi, Sadoya Winery and Kofu Fujimura Memorial are top sights worth seeing.
