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Kōfu (甲府市, Kōfu-shi, Japanese: [ko̞ːɸɯᵝ]) is the capital city of Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 April 2019 [update], the city had an estimated population of 187,985 in 90,924 households, [1] and a population density of 880 persons per km 2. The total area of the city is 212.41 square kilometres (82.01 sq mi).
Kofu (甲府, Kōfu) is the largest city and capital of Yamanashi Prefecture. The city is located in a large natural basin surrounded by mountains on four sides with Mount Fuji in the south. The region receives substantial amounts of sunshine, and this has contributed to its accolade as the birthplace and center of Japanese wine production.
A historic city ringed by mountains, renowned for its abundant orchards and wineries. A natural basin close to Mt Fuji and easily accessible from Tokyo, the Kofu area is blessed with orchards and vineyards. Its Yamanashi peaches and cherries are famous throughout Japan.
Kōfu has its roots in feudal Japan, rendering it one of the oldest across the whole archipelago. The Land of the Rising Sun’s most famous mountain can be seen in what are described as breath-taking panoramic views.
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