[2025 Kofu Attraction] Travel Guide for Shosen Valley (Updated Mar)

Kofu City, Japan, is the capital of Yamanashi Prefecture. It is located in a small mountain basin in the central part of Honshu Island. It is located in the center of Yamanashi Prefecture and is surrounded by mountains. Mount Fuji is to its south. There are many attractions worth visiting in Kofu City, Japan. Here are some recommendations: History and Culture - Takeda Clan House: Also known as Tsutsujizaki House, it was the residence of the Takeda Clan, a daimyo of Kai Province during the Warring States Period. Today, only stone walls, earthen ramparts, and moats remain. It has been designated as a national historic site by the Japanese government. Here you can feel the historical atmosphere of the Japanese Warring States Period. - Takeda Shrine: Located in the eastern part of Kofu City, it originated in the Heian period. Its architectural style is elegant and unique, integrating the architectural elements of the Heian period and the Meiji period in Japan. The "Takeda Shingen Monument" in the shrine records the glorious life of Takeda Shingen. - Kofu Tsurumai Castle Park: Kofu Castle was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It is also called "Tsurumai Castle" because of its combination with white walls and its shape that resembles a flying crane. There are more than 160 cherry trees planted in the park, which contrast beautifully with the ancient walls, Inari-ro and other buildings. Mount Fuji can also be seen in the distance, forming a unique cherry blossom scenery. Natural landscape category - Shosen Gorge: Located on the north side of the Kofu Basin in Kofu City, upstream of the Arakawa River, a tributary of the Fuji River, it is known as the No. 1 valley in Japan and belongs to the Chichibu Tama Kai National Park. There are peculiar rock landscapes here, such as Tofu Rock, Camel Rock, Cat Rock, Human Face Rock, as well as Xian'e Waterfall. - Asahigaoka Lakeside Park: Surrounded by magnificent mountains, with Mount Fuji visible in the distance, the park contains lakes, grasslands and forests, rich vegetation and different scenery in each season, making it a great place to relax. Others - Kofu Wine Kingdom: The area around Kofu City is one of the important wine producing areas in Japan. Here you can visit wineries, learn about the winemaking process, and taste a variety of delicious wines. - Kofu Crystal Museum: Various crystals and mineral stones are displayed in the museum. Visitors can learn about the types of crystals, the formation process, and other related knowledge, and can also purchase exquisite crystal products.

|Experience Japanese aesthetics. Koshien Meitei Ryokan in Fuefuki, Japan offers a unique traditional Japanese accommodation experience. Here, you can enjoy cozy Japanese-style rooms and authentic Japanese cuisine. The hotel is only 1,000m from JR Ishiwa Onsen Station. There are many nearby attractions, including Thai Maasage 8, Jewelry Garden Shingen no Sato, and Art Jewelry Museum. The hotel is located next to Renchoji Temple, and there are many other attractions nearby, including Sakura Onsen Street and Jojoji Temple, where you can experience the essence of Japanese culture. If you prefer a quiet meal, the hotel can provide room service. If you feel that the hotel's catering cannot satisfy your discerning taste buds, you might want to try Awamori & Okinawa Food Kusuya (Japanese cuisine), Kimisaku Soba Kita Bypass (Asian cuisine), or Hoka. Recommended nearby attractions: Kofu Basin: Enjoy the magnificent mountain scenery, especially at sunset, which is very charming. Shosenkyo: A hiking resort known for its unique rocks and clear streams, it is a paradise for nature lovers. Katsunuma Vineyard: Participate in grape picking and taste fresh fruits and local famous wines. Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art: Explore local art and culture. The museum has a rich collection and is suitable for culture lovers.

This summer is so hot that you don't want to go anywhere, but you can refresh yourself by driving and walking along the footpath to Shosenkyo in Yamanashi Prefecture. Shosenkyo will help you to beat the heat with forest bathing and negative ions. #0 yen trip #negative ions #healing with forest bathing

We are heading to Shosenkyo, one of the most beautiful scenic spots in Yamanashi Prefecture and the most beautiful valley in Japan 🏞️ This place is a special national scenic spot and has been certified as a Japanese Heritage Site. The scenery is filled with strange rocks and strange stones, and refreshing clear streams, and you can feel the rich nature of the four seasons to the core of your body as you stroll along the promenade ✌️ It is no exaggeration to say that Kakuen Peak, which is the best attraction in Shosenkyo, was named after the monk Kakuen, who once practiced at the top, which is the size of several tatami mats 🥸 The exposed rock surface was so impressive that it seemed like fossils were buried there 😳 And then there is Senga Falls, the symbol of Shosenkyo. Located at the very back of Shosenkyo, and selected as one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan, you can see the impressive sight of a 30m waterfall falling in one go. The air was clear, and as I approached the waterfall along the promenade, I felt comfortable as I was surrounded by negative ions 😌 It was truly a natural formation that shone in the clear stream! *Nearby was Hotei, a power spot with many wish slips attached to it. There was also a sign that said, "Hotei's wishes are limited to three times," and it is said that if you write three wishes you want to come true on a wish slip and attach it to Hotei, your wish will come true... There were so many wish slips attached that you could hardly see anything below the neck... 😅 It was a place that felt like a power spot in full swing. Finally, we took the Shosenkyo Ropeway to the top of the mountain 🚡 From the top of the mountain, you can see Mt. Fuji, Mt. Kitadake, and Mt. Ainodake, and you can see a spectacular panoramic view! It's truly a natural 100-view view 🏔️ *There were several power spots scattered around the top of the mountain, including the "Dragon Pine" that twists and turns like a dragon! One of Yamanashi's most scenic spots where you can feel the power of nature with your whole body! Please visit on a sunny day🫡 -------------------------------------- [Access🚌🚗] ◼︎JR Chuo Main Line "Kofu Station" South Exit Bus Terminal Take the bus bound for Shosenkyo from Exit 4. Get off at "Shosenkyoguchi" (about 30 minutes) ◼︎About 35 minutes from the Chuo Expressway "Kofu Showa" interchange [Fee💰] (Shosenkyo Ropeway) Adults 1300 yen (round trip) *One-way 700 yen [Opening hours🕰️] (Shosenkyo Ropeway) April 1st to November 30th: 9:00am to 5:30pm December 1st to March 31st: 9:00am to 4:30pm -------------------------------------- #Breathtaking views #Yamanashi #Yamanashi Prefecture #Kofu #Yamanashi sightseeing #Yamanashi trip #Shosenkyo #Kakuenbo #Senga Falls #Shosenkyo Ropeway #Special scenic spot #Japan Heritage #100 natural views #Clear stream #Nature walk #Negative ions #Nature walk #Beauty of nature #Camera trip #SLR #canoneoskissx9i #Travel record #Cutout world #Travel in Japan #Spring trip #Where should I go next? #japan #japantravel

The scenery of the majestic valley of "Shosenkyo" was amazing✨ "Senga Falls" Located at the foot of Kakuenbo, the symbol of Shosenkyo, this waterfall cuts the granite rock face and falls with a drop of 30m. Even in summer, it's cool and pleasant to be near the waterfall☺️ "Kakuenbo" It is steep and stands upright for about 180m, and was formed by weathering and water erosion of granite. Mitake Shosenkyo, which has been designated as a special national scenic spot, is also famous for its autumn leaves that can be seen from late October to mid-November🍁 While walking along the promenade, I also saw a stone gate surrounded by huge granite, and rocks and stones with unique names! I recommend wearing comfortable clothes👟 Other things to see include: Future phone📞 Heart-shaped red crystal🩷 Shogyokudo (a place where you can make a wish by knotting the "Golden Bell Work Knot" for increased financial luck and business success, and the "Silver Bell Health Knot" for good health and longevity) Yamanashi Wine Kingdom🍷 Crystal and Gemstone Museum✨ There were many other things to see🍀 Yamanashi's local dish "hoto" was also delicious😋 📍Takanari-cho, Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture #Yamanashi Prefecture #Yamanashi Tourism #Shosenkyo

Shengxian Gorge is about 4 kilometers long. The highest part is the concentrated area of maple leaves. It also sees the rainbow in the water. Autumn is arguably the most beautiful season in Japan. The sky is high, the sky is clear, the mountain is covered with snow, the forest and The trees are dyed with brilliant colors of yellow or red. The red leaves of thousands of trees, the deeper the autumn, the more red, far away, just like the flame is rolling. Autumn, the leaves fell in pieces, with a trace of regret, cast into the arms of Mother Earth. They are jumping, spinning, dancing and flying, falling down. There are 4 parking lots P (2 below, one in the middle and one in the middle), because there are a lot of Japanese people on that day, so our car can only park in the parking lot in the middle, along the arrow in the picture Going up, this is a place to watch the maple leaves drunk, due to the time, the following part we gave up. People who have time can park their car at the highest level and go down from the top, which saves effort. It takes 3 hours to complete the journey.