Discover Kofu

History buffs will find Kofu to be the perfect destination. Delve into the past by learning about the Takeda clan at Takeda Shingen, which played a significant role in ending the age of warring states. While you're there, don't miss the opportunity to visit the many wineries and sample a variety of vintages.

Things to see and do

Tours and Activities

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Getting around in Kofu

The easiest way to get around in Kofu is by car, but most major sights and attractions are accessible by a combination of trains and busses. If you decide to rent a car, it is advised to do so from the nearest airport in the vicinity. You can use our car rental widget in the FAQ menu below. 

Getting to Kofu

Public transportation:

To get from Tokyo to Kofu by public transportation, travelers need to take a train. Detailed instructions are as follows:

  • Bullet Train: Take the JR Chuo Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Shin-Yokohama Station. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes.

  • Regular Train:

    1. Transfer at Shin-Yokohama Station to the JR Tokaido Line and take it to Hachioji Station. The journey takes approximately 1 hour.

    2. Transfer to the JR Chuo Main Line and take it to Kofu Station. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.

 

Valid rail passes:

 

Nearest airport:

The nearest and most convenient airport is Haneda Airport in Tokyo. 

  • by car: approximately 3 hours

  • by public transport: approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes

 

Car rentals:

How long to stay in Kofu

We recommend staying here for about one day. 
 

Hotels in Kofu

Flights to Kofu

Nearest airport:

The nearest and most convenient airport is Haneda Airport in Tokyo. 

  • by car: approximately 3 hours

  • by public transport: approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes

Festivals in Kofu

There are several festivals here throughout the year. Please be advised that the following list is based upon previous entries of those festivals and that the dates might have changed slightly in the following year. It is also possible that the entire festival is cancelled in the case of heavy rainfall or a natural disaster. Please check with the official organisers' website for the most up-to-date information. 
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For the exact location of any of the festivals listed here, you can consult our map above by clicking on the icon in the upper most corner of the map to open the map legend. Festivals are hidden by default but can be made visible by clicking on the "Festivals" checkbox in the map legend.

 

  • Shingen-ko Festival

    • Date: April 3th until 5th

 

  • Masanogi Inari Festival

    • Date: May 2nd until May 5th

 

  • Craft Beer Festival Kofu

    • Date: July 26th until August 4th

    • Time:

      • weekdays: 16: 30 - 21: 00

      • Weekends: 11: 30 - 21: 00

 

  • Little Edo Kofu Summer Festival

    • Date: August 10th and 11th

    • Time: 11:00 - 21:00

 

  • Kofu Love Festival

    • Date: October 26th

    • Time: 09:00 - 16:00

 

  • Kofu Birthday Festival

    • Date: December 20th until 22nd

    • Time: 12:00 - 21:00

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