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Art Forest Park (Yamanashi)
A refreshing place where you can experience the beauty of art and nature all at once.
In Japan, the phrase “Autumn for the Arts” is widely known—and it feels right at home at Art Forest Park.
Known for its ginkgo-lined avenues, the park shifts into vivid reds and oranges in fall. A 300-meter ginkgo tree-lined path and a Japanese garden make it easy to slow down for a relaxed walk and take in the season’s natural colors.
Across its expansive grounds of Approx. 6 hectares, sculptures by world-renowned artists such as Taro Okamoto and Rodin are scattered throughout. It’s a rare space where you can view works of art up close. The park is also home to the Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art, which houses many works by Millet including the signature piece “The Sower,” and the Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Literature, which exhibits materials related to writers connected to Yamanashi Prefecture such as Ichiyo Higuchi, Osamu Dazai, Ryunosuke Akutagawa, and Sakyu Iida.
You leave feeling a little more enriched—able to take in both art and the fall scenery in one visit.
Highlights
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A hugely popular place to see fall foliage.
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Scattered across the park are sculptures by renowned artists such as Taro Okamoto and Rodin.
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On-site are the Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art, with many works by Millet, and the Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Literature, which introduces local writers connected to the area.
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In fall, the leaves change color and the trees turn vivid red and orange
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A ginkgo-lined avenue that turns your view completely yellow. Take a slow stroll and feel the season
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“The Big Apple No.45” by Yamanashi-born artist Masaaki Sato, shining with Mount Fuji behind it—an unique view where art and nature come together
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
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We don’t have park pamphlets. English signs are available.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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Yes.
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Are there coin lockers?
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Yes (inside the art museum and literature museum).
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Are there restrooms?
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Yes (two locations in the park).
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Is there a smoking area?
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Yes.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 芸術の森公園
- Postal Code
- 400-0065
- Address
- 1-5-35 Kugawa, Kofu City, Yamanashi
- Phone
- 055-235-8080 (Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Literature)
- Closed
- None
- Hours
- 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Admission
- Free
- Access
- Approx. 15 minutes by bus from Kofu Station (JR Chuo Main Line)
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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