Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Yamanashi
Summary
Yamanashi Prefecture is blessed with abundant nature in each of the four seasons, and you can enjoy various sightseeing in each area. 90 minutes by train from the capital, Tokyo. Not only Mt. Fuji, which is registered as a World Heritage Site, but also mountains such as Yatsugatake and the Southern Alps are beautiful, and not only mountain climbing but hot springs, activities and nature experiences are also one of the most popular. Yamanashi offers various kinds of experience and food items for you to enjoy throughout the four seasons. With easy access and comfortable weather, we are looking forward to your visit.
*This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.
Access
- If arriving by train
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From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
1 hour 49 minutesKofu Station
Famous places / spots recommended by locals
Mt.Fuji
Mt. Fuji, the highest peak in Japan (Height 3776m); and, there are many scenic spots in Yamanashi prefecture for you to view it. In summer, you can climb to the top of the mountain. Please try it.
Arcadia carpeted with pink flowers
In April, peach blossoms bloom all at once in various parts of the prefecture, and it is called "Momogenkyo" because it looks like a pink carpet.
Foods recommended by locals
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Fruits
Fruit Kingdom, Yamanashi. The production of peaches, plums and grapes is the highest in Japan. In addition, various fruits such as strawberries, cherries, and persimmons are cultivated, and you can get them at reasonable prices at many direct sales depot in the prefecture.
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Hoto
Speaking of Yamanashi's local cuisine, "Hoto". Hoto has been handed down as Sengoku warlord Takeda Shingen's camp meal. The taste of plenty of vegetables and handmade noodles simmered in miso is great.
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
Yamanashi Prefecture tends to be sunny, getting some of the longest hours of sunshine in Japan, particularly in the Kofu Basin. In the area around Mt. Fuji, there are only a few days that exceed 30 degrees Celsius even in the summer, making the summers nice and refreshing.
Monthly temperature/precipitation
(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
38,167 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
9,112 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)
677 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
514 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
242 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Related links
Number of international students by country
China
Vietnam
U.S.
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Yamanashi Prefecture: 1,715
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
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