11 Activities The Momijis of Shosenkyo Reynald Ventura Taking advantage of the government’s Go to Travel Campaign, I took a day-trip to Shosenkyo Gorge in Yamanashi. The momijis wer..
Culture Hoto Noodles at Scarecrow Villa Featured Meet local grandmothers, learn how to make traditional Yamanashi-style hoto noodles, see a typical old-style Japanese house, and..
Activities Shosenkyo Gorge Chichibu Tama Kai National Park Rey Waters Kofu: Spectacular Shosenkyo Gorge, rich history, excellent museums, tasty local food and wines. Gem stone capital of Japan and leading..
Activities Vistas of Mt. Fuji and Retro Town Walking Tour Featured Guided walking tour in Fujiyoshida: two iconic Mount Fuji views, making decorative sushi rolls, a visit to a wonderful tea sho..
Area Fujiyoshida Fujiyoshida city is located in Yamanashi prefecture and is the gateway to Mt. Fuji. It is the hometown of the picturesque Fuji Sengen Jinja shrine and the Fuji-Q Highland theme park.
Activities Shosenkyo Ropeway Cathy Cawood Take Shosenkyo Ropeway to the summit of Mount Rakanji, also known as Yasaburodake, for panoramic views of Kofu basin, the Japanese..
Activities Autumn Colors at Shosenkyo Gorge Cathy Cawood Shosenkyo Gorge has magnificent scenery and is famous for autumn color. An easy trail runs along the river from the gorge entrance..
Activities Strawberry Picking in Nakajima Park Ramon Geoffrey Evangelista Spend the day picking and eating sweet strawberries in Yamanashi's Nakajima park. There are different varieties that you can..