The Crystal Museum showcases all kinds of natural crystals and artworks. There's also a shop where you can buy beautiful crystal jewelry. A must-visit for gemstone lovers!

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Crystal Museum (Yamanashi Prefecture)
Be mesmerized by the beauty of crystals in Kofu, the city of gemstones.
Kofu City in Yamanashi Prefecture once thrived as a major source of natural quartz and became known as the “City of Gemstones” due to its exceptional polishing and processing techniques. At the Crystal Museum, visitors can explore this rich history while marveling at rare gemstones and sparkling crystal glass from around the world.
On the first floor, raw crystals like quartz and amethyst are displayed in their natural form, radiating a mysterious glow. The second floor showcases dazzling crystal glassworks, including pieces by Swarovski, offering an up-close look at their brilliance. The museum also features unique crystal art created by local artists, providing an inspiring experience for all who visit.
The gift shop offers a wide selection of crystal accessories, glittering glassware, and miniatures. Visitors can also enjoy hands-on activities such as creating original accessories using lucky colors or favorite stones, and even searching for personal guardian stones. You're sure to find a one-of-a-kind treasure to remember your trip by.
Highlights
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Located in Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, once a thriving center for quartz mining.
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Showcases rare gemstone specimens and crystal glass from around the world.
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Offers a wide variety of crystal products for sale.
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Hands-on experiences include making original accessories and searching for your personal guardian stone.
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Located along Bijutsukan-dori, just a short walk from the Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Art.
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The upper part of the first floor features a tunnel-shaped agate display inspired by the universe.
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Exhibits include crystals from around the world.
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Rare raw gemstones from across the globe are also on display.
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A variety of crystal accessories, glassware, and other items are available for purchase.
Official FAQs
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
No free Wi-Fi available.
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Are coin lockers available?
Not available.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
Re-entry is not allowed.
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Are there any smoking areas?
Not available.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- クリスタル・ミュージアム
- Postal Code
- 400-0065
- Address
- 1-1-7 Kugawa, Kofu City, Yamanashi
- Telephone
- 055-228-7003
- Closed
- Open every day
- Business Hours
- 9:30am - 5:30pm
- Admission
- High school students and older 500yen, Junior high school students 300yen, Free for Elementary school students and younger
- Access
- About 12 minutes by car from JR Chuo Line’s Kofu Station.
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)