Yamanashi Hotels

Yamanashi is a hiker’s paradise and is surrounded by mountains and covered in the forests of its many national parks. Then soothe those aching muscles in the world-renowned onsens (hot springs), including the most famous of them all, Masutomi Onsen. So from wine to workout to the wow factor and everything in between, Yamanashi delivers.

Yamanashi’s Top 10

Yamanashi History

• Fumonji Temple - This ancient temple is one of the most important historical sites in Yamanashi.
• Kunifusabo Shrine - This ancient religious shrine is still a popular place for local residents to come and pray or meditate.
• Nakamaki Shrine - Located near the city centre, this is another important historical shine in the area.
• Tobio Shrine - Just outside the city centre, this shrine is an important part of the religious culture of Yamanashi.
• Daitakesannago Shrine - This historic shrine illustrates the importance of religion in the area.

Yamanashi Art & Culture

• Fruits Park Akamatsunoyu Fukufuku - Visitors to Yamanashi flock to this park that contains unique and beautiful local fruits.
• Seihakuji Temple - This temple is a great example of local architecture and contains many important religious relics.
• Ryusenji Temple - This temple is known for its famous religious relics, as well as its unique architecture.
• Makioka Road Station - The visitor’s centre at this attraction tells about the history of the area.
• Fire Festival - Held every August, this festival is one of the most unique festivals in all of Japan.

Yamanashi Shopping

• Its More Yamanashi Shopping Centre - This large shopping plaza has just about everything a person might need.
• Silk - This shopping mall features various clothing stores and has a supermarket on the ground floor.
• Kamui - This sports shop is a great place to buy hiking and trekking gear.
• Masuho Shopping Centre - Another typical Yamanashi shopping centre featuring clothing stores as well as an array of restaurants.
• SATY - A great place to shop for clothing as well as household items and accessories.

Gay & Lesbian Yamanashi

• Konansou - This gay-friendly hotel offers amazing views of the nearby lakes as well as Mount Fuji.
• Hotel Sealuck - The smart rooms at this hotel make it a favourite spot for discerning gay travellers.
• Hotel New Century - This lakefront hotel caters to both gays and lesbians, which makes it a favorite in Yamanashi.
• Dormy Inn - This inn is open to all types of people and features an indoor hot spring. Fuji View Hotel - Gay and lesbian travellers looking for natural beauty come to this hotel.

Yamanashi Events

Enjoy all the colours of the trees in bloom at the Peach Blossom Festival in April.

The Shingen Ko Masturi in April sees hundreds upon hundreds of locals dressing up as an ancient army and marching through the streets. Bet you don’t get that at home!

The streets are lined with torches for August’s Fuji Yoshida Fire Festival. Enjoy local Japanese drumming while tucking into the famous udon noodles.

Who can say no to free wine at the annual Grape Festival in October?

In November, Yamanashi celebrates Prefectural Citizen’s Day.

When To Go

Being inland and protected by mountains, Yamanashi enjoys a relatively mild climate.

Mount Fuji helps shield Yamanashi and ensures the region is relatively dry.

The warmest time of year is from June to September when temperatures reach around 30ºC (86ºF).

Getting Around

As you are likely to be covering large distances, the easiest way to get around is by hiring a car.

If driving isn’t for you, fast, efficient trains will get you to most places.

A number of buses operate and are good for travelling smaller distances.

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