Yamanashi Prefecture

The terrain of Yamanashi Prefecture ranges from the broad Kofu Basin in its centre to the volcanic slopes around Mount Fuji in the southeast, creating a largely mountainous interior with productive valley land. The prefecture lies west of Tokyo and includes much of the Fuji Five Lakes area, where Lake Kawaguchi is one of the best-known bodies of water beneath Japan’s highest mountain. Rivers descending from the surrounding ranges support orchards and vineyards; Yamanashi is particularly associated with grapes, peaches and Koshu wine. Kofu, the prefectural capital, is linked with the 16th-century warlord Takeda Shingen, whose legacy remains central to local identity. Discover how Yamanashi Prefecture connects with central Japan by browsing webcams in the surrounding area.

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