Yamanashi Prefecture is a landlocked prefecture located in the middle of Japan, surrounded by magnificent nature such as Mount Fuji and the Southern Alps. The prefecture is roughly divided into two regions: the Kunichu region in the west and the Gunnai region in the east. The Kunichu region is further divided into four regions: the Gorge North, Gorge East, Gorge South, and Gorge Central regions. The prefecture is full of various attractions such as beautiful seasonal scenery, rich history and culture, and attractive gourmet foods and wines. Fuji, historical spots such as Takeda Shrine, the oldest shrine in Japan associated with Lord Shingen Takeda, highland resorts such as Kiyosato Kogen and Shiorenko, and power spots such as Minobu and Kinpusan, Shojiko and Lake Kawaguchi, and winery tours and fruit picking in the Kofu Basin. Yamanashi Prefecture is easily accessible from the Tokyo metropolitan area and can accommodate a wide range of travel plans, from day trips to extended stays.