Spots in Yamanashi Area

  • Fuji Subaru Land
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    4.0
    54 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunfujikawaguchikomachi Funatsu Sword Maruo 6663-1
    This theme park is located in Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru County, Yamanashi Prefecture. The park features a wide range of active outdoor attractions to enjoy while surrounded by the park's natural setting including a roller slide, a 3D maze, and a jumbo slide. The park also features a dog park where you can have fun with your favorite pup.

    This place should be shut down. Dogs are in horrible health. One dog I took for a walk was so weak its back legs were shaking. There is a few rooms where my husband told me not to look. Rooms full...

  • Kosuge no Yu
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    4.0
    46 Reviews
    Accommodations / Hot Spring
    Yamanashi Pref. Kitatsurugunkosugemura 3445
    This very rare highly alkaline hot spring offers up mildly cloudy water that is popular for its beautifying effects. The facility has nine different baths including large wooden tubs fitting the grand mountain surroundings, outdoor baths offering a deep sense of the seasons, and more. There is also a restaurant on site offering noodle dishes and meal sets.

    我が家の奥方がここの温泉を気に入っていて1月に一回か2月に1回のペースで行っています。泉質がアルカリ性で肌がスベスベになります。 食事処で釜飯か生姜焼きを頼むことが多いです。(昔は刺身の定食を頼んでいたが1度柔らかったのでやめてしまった。)

  • Fruit Spa Pukupuku
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    3.5
    53 Reviews
    Accommodations / Hot Spring
    Yamanashi Pref. Yamanashishi Daiku 2589-13
    This hot spring is inside Fruit Park in Yamanashi City. The baths offer a view of Mt. Fuji and the Kofu Basin during the day, and the night view is considered one of Japan's Best Three New Night Views. There are six of each men's and women's baths, and the waters said to be effective in removing toxins from the body.

    清潔感があって、温泉も温泉からの景色も良い感じだけど、価格は少し高めかなぁー。 館内に入ると、フルーティーな良い香りがして、また、清潔感もあり、良い感じです。 で、本題の温泉ですが、露天風呂から甲府盆地を一望できて、良かったです。私が訪れたときは富士山は見えなかったけど、富士山も見えるらしです。また、フルーツ温泉と名乗っている通り、本物のフルーツが入った露天風呂もあり、フルーツの良い香りで癒されま...

  • Kawaguchiko Konohana Museum
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    4.0
    37 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunfujikawaguchikomachi Kawaguchi 3026-1
    Modeled after TACIEL ENIT Museum in Tachiel City, the Kawaguchiko Konohana Museum is a museum where you can enjoy the strange world written by Akiko Ikeda using all five senses, and experience the sensation of slipping into another dimension. The restaurant & cafe,Olsson's Strawberry, and the shop are also popular.

    ダヤンファンにはたまらない美術館です。 ダヤンを知らなかった私も楽しむことができました。 作者や物語の背景などもわかりやすく説明してありダヤンの世界に引き込まれファンになってしまいます。 レストランと美術館、お土産屋さんは敷地内ではありますが独立しており美術館に入らなければ料金は掛かりません。 レストランではダヤンの世界観のスイーツを楽しむことができます。 美術館を鑑賞しレストランで寛ぎお土産を購...

  • Fugaku Wind Cave
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    3.0
    16 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunfujikawaguchikomachi Saiko Aokigahara 2068-1
    This is a cave with an average temperature of three degrees in “Aokigahara Jukai” (sea of trees) forest, and it was used to store silkworm eggs until the early Showa period. It has also been designated as a Natural Monument of Japan. The total length of the tunnel is 201 meters. This is a horizontal cave where icicles, lava shelves and ropy lava can be seen. As the inside of the cave is gently sloping and easy to walk, it is suitable for adults and children of all ages.

    風穴に行く前に駐車場こみの滞在となりました。時間にして数分、土産物等の販売もあるので休憩込みになると思います。飲み物があるので購入できます

  • Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center
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    4.0
    15 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunfujikawaguchikomachi Oishi 2585 In the Oishi Park
    Located in Oishi Park along Lake Kawaguchi's northern bank, Kawaguchiko Nature Living Center features a cafe, restaurant, a shop that sells Mt. Fuji goods, Yamanashi traditional crafts, locally-made items, and sweets. It is also a facility where you can try making jam of picking fruit. Jam-making requires a reservation in advance.

    こちらの生活感館の副題は、「ブルーベリーの里」です。ということで、お土産もブルーベリー関係のものはもちろんのこと、富士山麓の水なんかもありました。何と言ってもここの前からは富士山が綺麗に見えます。

  • Hayabusa Onsen
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    4.0
    51 Reviews
    Accommodations / Hot Spring
    Yamanashi Pref. Yamanashishi Makiokachouhayabusa 818-1
    This hot spring facility is in Yamanashi City, Yamanashi Prefecture. You can enjoy a soak to soothe body and soul while taking in the beauty of the season from the outdoor baths. The water type is alkaline simple springs with plentiful natural minerals that is said to be effective in exfoliation and have beautifying effects.

    国道140号線沿いにある小ぢんまりした日帰り温泉ですが、好みの泉質を求めて平日昼過ぎに入店。駐車場も広めです。 浴場には脱衣籠しか無いので、フロント付近の貴重品ロッカーを利用します。 内湯は私の他に2人しかいませんでした。跳ねた鯉?の口から源泉が噴水のように出ています。湯温も熱過ぎず丁度良い感じです。シャワーのお湯もトロッとした印象なのは珍しいかも知れません。 露天風呂も意外に広いのですが、見えな...

  • Narusawa Mt. Fuji Museum
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    3.5
    52 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunnarusawamura Giragono 8532-63
    A place where you can have fun learning various information about Mt. Fuji-from Mt. Fuji's origin, nature at its foot, what the inside looks like, clouds and climate, too-the Narusawa Mt. Fuji Museum has displays divided into five areas with different themes, so you can thoroughly enjoy the charms of Mt. Fuji. At the cafe only open in summer, you can eat the Mt. Fuji sundae (with lava)-an original of the Mt. Fuji Museum.

    This is the place we will get information, whether historical or geographical pertaining to the Mount Fuji of Japan. A must visit place prior your climb of the mountain.

  • Chateau Mercian
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    4.0
    54 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Yamanashi Prefecture Koshu City Katsunaga cho Iwasaki 1425-1
    This winery features a variety of facilities where visitors can learn hands-on about viticulture and winemaking. It also features a wine gallery with a cafe and a tasting counter where visitors can try the company's wines or enjoy a meal. The winery is divided into one area that can be toured with a reservation and one which can be toured without a reservation. Winery tours are for guests aged 20 and older.

    I participated in the guided tour for 4(reservation is necessary) reduced from original 8 due to corona virus. It lasted one and a half hours including the factory tour, a vineyard visit and 6 kinds...

  • Kawaguchiko Muse Museum Yuki Atae Building
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    4.5
    73 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunfujikawaguchikomachi Kodachi 923
    Located in a corner of Yagizaki Park, this art museum features dolls that were made by doll artist Yuki Atae. The dolls are entirely handmade, from body to clothes and accessories, earning worldwide acclaim and praise as cloth sculptures. The interior also features a glass-walled cafe, where you can relax and enjoy beautiful natural views of Lake Kawaguchi and the gardens.

    Great museum with unique exposition! It was both Japanese cultural and great art experiences at the same time.

  • Hirayama Ikuo Silk Road Museum
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    4.5
    55 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Yamanashi Pref. Hokutoshi Nagasakachoukoarama 2000-6
    Displaying the collection of Ikuo Hirayama-who maintained a number of works deeply connected to the Silk Road-the Hirayama Ikuo Silk Road Museum gives you an up-close sense of its culture and art, with works like prehistoric pottery, tomb figures, inlaid glass beads called tombo-dama, and textiles with clear western influence. Also, they host a rich variety of limited-time events.

    While visiting this beautiful area and enjoying the views and autumn foliage we visited the museum. To see the art of this Japanese legend in such a lovely setting was a great part of our tour.

  • Aokigahara Sea of Trees
    Travel / Tourism
    Yamanashi Prefecture Minamitsuru-gun Fuji Kawaguchiko Town
    This 3,000-hectare forest was created by lava flows from Mt. Fuji's eruption in the year 864. This lush forest is primarily inhabited by evergreen trees such as Japanese cypress and southern Japanese hemlock, but is also home to broadleaf trees such as Mongolian oak and Japanese maple. Do the many species of flora and fauna that can be seen there, we recommend taking a guided tour with a certified nature guide.
  • Kanazakura-jinja Shrine
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    3.5
    39 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Yamanashi Pref. Koufushi Mitakechou 2347
    This shrine that sits above Shosenkyo Gorge enshrines Mt. Kinpu. Its treasure house contains the Hi no Tama and Mizu no Tama, two polished balls of quartz crystal that were excavated in the region The shrine's sacred ukon no sakura cherry blossom tree has long been commemorated in the folk song kane no naru ki no kanazakura (the golden cherry blossom tree that makes you money). From late April to early May, it blooms with golden blossoms. The shrine is visited by many people seeking a blessing of luck with money.

    本殿の昇り龍、降り龍は、彼の左甚五郎の作と聞き訪問。ところが本物は昭和30年に焼失、現物は昭和58年に再建された物だとか。ちょっとがっかり。3月下旬では桜はまだ蕾。すぐ近くの夫婦木神社にお参りしてから訪問したが、直近。下の鳥居脇に数台の駐車場が見えたが、上の本殿そばの駐車場の方が広い。無料。下に駐車して杉木立の石段を歩いてお参りした方がご利益はあるかも。

  • Kouan Camp
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    4.0
    16 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Yamanashi Minamikoma-gun Minobucho Nakano Kura 2926

    This campsite looks and could be beautiful, plenty of tall trees sheltering from the sun, and an easy 2 min walk to the lake. Showers and toilets are clean - you can have a hot water shower for 2...

  • Arakura Fujisengen-jinja Shrine
    Travel / Tourism
    2-4-1 Asama, Fujiyoshida-shi, Yamanashi Prefecture
    This shrine located in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture was built in the year 705. It is worshipped by locals for protection from disasters, household harmony, safe childbirth, and children's healthy growth. Some of the shrine's landmarks include a sacred tree worshipped for children's growth and a five-storied pagoda that serves as a monument to the faithful who have fallen in battle. In the spring, the temple is visited by many who come to see their 300 cherry blossom trees in full bloom.
  • Sabuichi Yusui
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    4.0
    72 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Yamanashi Pref. Hokutoshi Nagasakachoukoarama 292-1
    The “Sabuichi Yusui” spring at the foot of Yatsugatake has been chosen as one of Japan’s top 100 springs. Legend has it that back when disputes over water rights were fierce, Sengoku feudal lord Takeda Shingen built a triangular stone pillar over the mouth of the spring so that three villages could split the water evenly.

    三分一湧水の近くにある施設で、観光シーズンだと、そばは昼前から混雑しています。 蕎麦屋の前の駐車場はすぐうまりますが、その奥の駐車場も無料で利用できるので、駐車できないほど混んでいるということはないと思います。

  • Yamanakako Panoramic Observatory
    Travel / Tourism
    Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunyamanakakomura Hirano
    This observation dock is located along between Lake Yamanaka and Mikuni Pass along Prefectural Route 730. During the day, visitors can enjoy views of Lake Yamanaka and Mt. Fuji, and on clear days you can even see as far as the Southern Japan Alps. During the sunset, the sky and the lake are tinted red by the setting sun, creating a truly mystical sight. The ocean of silver grass that grows in the surrounding area treats visitors to especially beautiful sights in the fall.
  • Roadside Station Shirane
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    3.0
    39 Reviews
    Transportation
    Yamanashi Prefecture Minami Alps City Usesuka 595-1
    This roadside station is divided into two facilities. The southern facility is a tourist information center offering information on Yamanashi and neighboring prefectures, road conditions in the Kanto area, and more. The northern facility offers souvenirs and local specialties. The station is equipped with CHAdeMO rapid chargers for electric vehicles.

    A南アルプス市農産物販売所は、地場産品が売られています。野菜は少し、干し柿など、この時期、コラショと販売されていました。。。

  • Doshinoyu
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    3.0
    35 Reviews
    Accommodations / Hot Spring
    Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugundoushimura 7501
    This hot spring facility is in Doshi Village, Minamitsuru County, Yamanashi Prefecture. They allow day use of indoor and outdoor baths for men and women, surrounded by the sounds of the Doshi River. The water type is a sulfate spring containing calcium and sodium, said to be effective on nerve pain and muscle soreness, frozen shoulders, cuts and more. The facility also has a restaurant and a rest area centered around a fire pit.

    道志みちから枝沢沿いの道を遡上します。やや小ぶりの施設です。露天風呂が解放感あって気持ちよかったです。サウナなし、ウォータークーラーなし。内湯のメインの浴槽はややぬるめです。休憩所もあります。

  • Satonoeki Ichinomiya
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    3.5
    40 Reviews
    Shopping
    Yamanashi Pref. Fuefukishi Ichinomiyachouhigashibara 65
    Located in Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, this specialty goods shop sells locally-harvested fruits and vegetables, and also wine. Boasting the largest sales floor area in the prefecture, many people come to buy souvenirs or do daily grocery shopping. There is also a corner that sells freshly made bread, and a Japanese-style restaurant that can hold up to 1000 people.

    Basically a souvenir shop with packaged goods for gifts. Some Mt. Fuji goods/candies you can only buy here. Shingen Mochi items. 5 kinds of corn-on-the-cob. Freshly baked bread & pastry. I bought...

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Yamanashi prefecture is the proud home of one of Japan’s most celebrated icons: Mount Fuji. Although the mountain straddles both Yamanashi and Shizuoka, the most breathtaking views of Fuji-san can be seen from the Fuji Five Lakes north of the mountain in Yamanashi prefecture. The plethora of outdoor activities in and around the lakes all have the benefit of the country’s highest mountain as their backdrop, and we can assure you that it is an unforgettable sight.

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