Area Guide
Explore Kofu
Get a little closer to the place that caught your interest.
Explore Kofu through housing costs, transport and local connections.
Kofu City at a glance
- HousingPrivate rentals averaged ¥51,731 per month in 2023.
- TransportUse Yamanashi Kotsu's route maps to explore bus journeys around Kofu.
- Local connectionsThe prefectural international exchange and multicultural centre in Kofu provides Japanese class and international exchange information for Yamanashi as a whole.
Housing costs
- Private rentals in Kofu City · monthly average
- ¥51,731per month
As of October 2023. Common and management fees are separate.
| Total floor area | Average monthly rent |
|---|---|
| 29 m² or less | ¥38,167 |
| 30–49 m² | ¥50,520 |
| 50–69 m² | ¥62,786 |
| 70–99 m² | ¥63,171 |
| 100–149 m² | ¥66,538 |
| 150 m² or more | ¥57,266 |
Conditions and source
- Privately rented dedicated dwellings, excluding zero rent.
- These statistics are not limited to foreign households.
- These figures are not current advertised rents.
Statistics Bureau of JapanInformation checked: 2026-09-29
Getting to and around the area
Use Yamanashi Kotsu's route maps to explore bus journeys around Kofu.
Check each map’s coverage and date, then consult the operator for routes and times on your travel date.
- Yamanashi Kotsu bus maps (opens in a new tab)(Destination page is in Japanese)
Yamanashi KotsuInformation checked: 2026-09-09
Ways to connect locally
Scope: Yamanashi prefecturewide
The prefectural international exchange and multicultural centre in Kofu provides Japanese class and international exchange information for Yamanashi as a whole.
Check each activity’s eligibility, availability and venue.
- Yamanashi Prefecture / Yamanashi International Association information (opens in a new tab)(Destination page is in Japanese)
Yamanashi Prefecture / Yamanashi International AssociationInformation checked: 2026-09-09
Explore daily-life information
Open detailed information when you need it
Scope: Kofu
For more detail about daily life, open the relevant section of the living guide. Check official information about procedures and contact points before using a service.
- Kofu living guide for international residents (opens in a new tab)(Destination page is in Japanese)
Kofu CityInformation checked: 2026-09-09