Full-Day Kofu Adventure Tour

Experience the beauty of Shosenkyo with our Full-Day Kofu Adventure Tour. Begin your journey at Kofu Station, where a local bus will take you through charming townscapes to a Hoto-making site. Here, you'll learn to prepare Hoto, a traditional dish, guided by friendly locals. After enjoying your homemade meal, you'll embark on a trek through the picturesque Shosenkyo canyon.

The adventure continues with a ropeway ride to the mountain's summit, offering breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji. For those with extra energy, your knowledgeable local guide will lead you to an even more stunning viewpoint. This tour provides a perfect blend of local cuisine, scenic trekking, and awe-inspiring views, all under the guidance of an expert native to the area.

Tour Highlights

• Scenic bus ride from Kofu Station through local townscapes

• Hands-on Hoto-making experience with local residents

• Delicious lunch featuring traditional Hoto

• Trekking through the beautiful Shosenkyo canyon

• Ropeway ride offering spectacular views of Mt. Fuji

• Optional visit to an additional breathtaking viewpoint

• Guided by a knowledgeable local expert

What's Included

• Tips

• Meals and beverages

• Gratuities

• Lunch with Hoto-making experience

• Round trip ropeway ticket

• Round-trip bus fare

What's Extra

• Additional food and beverages

• Bottled water

• Senga Waterfall entrance fee (300 Yen per person)

Tour Itinerary

Meet at Kofu Station

Duration: 15 minutes

Gather at the south exit of Kofu Station, near the statue of Lord Shingen Takeda. This is our starting point for the day.

Scenic Bus Ride to Shosenkyo

Duration: 45 minutes

Enjoy a comfortable bus ride to Shosenkyo, taking in the sights and sounds of Kofu's charming streets along the way.

Hoto-Making Experience and Lunch

Duration: 90 minutes

Learn to make Hoto, a traditional local dish, with the guidance of friendly local residents. Relish a tasty lunch featuring the Hoto you've prepared.

Trekking Through Shosenkyo Gorge

Duration: 20 minutes

Embark on a walk to the stunning Shosenkyo Gorge, renowned as Japan's most beautiful valley. Admire the serene flow of Senga Falls and the gorge's natural beauty.

Shosenkyo Ropeway Adventure

Duration: 60 minutes

Experience a round-trip ride on the Shosenkyo Ropeway. Your guide will handle ticket arrangements. Enjoy panoramic views of the valley and the majestic Mt. Fuji.

Return Journey to Kofu Station

Duration: 45 minutes

Hop on the local bus for a scenic return trip to Kofu Station, absorbing more of the local landscape. The tour ends back at the south exit of Kofu Station. We hope you had a fantastic day exploring with us!

Essentials to Know Before Booking

• Animals or pets are not permitted on the tour.

• The tour is not accessible for wheelchairs.

• The tour is not suitable for strollers.

• Infant seats are not provided.

• This tour is not recommended for individuals with back problems.

• Pregnant travelers should not join this tour.

• Individuals with heart conditions are advised against participating.

• Please present your ticket to the guide when you arrive.

• The tour lasts approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes.

Meeting point

1-chōme-1-1 Marunouchi

400-0031 Kofu, JP

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