These two fascinating days will allow not only children but adults alike to return to their childhood. The experiences that can only be had in Hamamatsu, such as interacting with magnificent nature, exquisite gourmet food made with local ingredients, musical instruments, automobiles, and cutting-edge science, are sure to deepen the bonds between family members.
Located on the shores of Lake Hamana, this resort-style amusement park is just the right size for families. There are about 30 types of attractions that the whole family can enjoy, from heartwarming attractions to thrilling attractions that will excite adults too. Character shows are also held on holidays.
Hamanako Palpal
Address: 1891 Tateyamadera-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu
Tel: 053-487-2121
Kanzanji Ropeway
Japan’s only over-lake ropeway connects Kanzanji Onsen town and Okusayama Observatory. Enjoy a four-minute stroll through the air as sightseeing boats pass by below you.
Lake Hamana Music Box Museum
Approximately 70 valuable items are on display, including antique music boxes and automata from the 19th century. The 360-degree panoramic view of Lake Hamana from the rooftop is a spectacular sight.
Soto Zen sect Kanzanji Temple
Founded in 810 by Kobo Daishi Kukai. There is a Jizo statue dedicated to prayer plaques, and it is known as a power spot for love.
Lake Hamana Pleasure Boat
From the lake, you can enjoy the scenery of Lake Hamana that changes with the seasons. Popular activities include a summer sunset cruise where the lake is dyed in the setting sun, and a winter experience where you can interact with seagulls.
Kanzanji Onsen Tourism Association
Address: 1832-1 Tateyamaderacho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu
Telephone: 053-487-0152
Genuine aircraft, transport planes, machine guns, and other equipment used by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force are on display. Furthermore, there is a wealth of content to enjoy, including the chance to ride a fighter jet, experience the impressive panoramic theater, and experience a flight simulator. Be sure to check out the museum goods that can only be purchased here.
Hamamatsu Air Park, Japan Air Self-Defense Force Public Relations Center
Address: No. Nishiyama-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu City
Tel: 053-472-1121
Lunch buffet at Tonkii
This restaurant is run by a pig farm that is committed to using additive-free, safe feed. After experiencing making authentic sausages using only pork and spices, enjoy delicious dishes made with local ingredients.
Farmer’s Restaurant Tonkii
Address: 1190-1 Nakagawa, Hosoe-cho, Hamana-ku, Hamamatsu City
Tel: 053-522-2969
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Gyoza lunch at Hamataro
After touring a gyoza manufacturing factory attached to a gyoza specialty store, you will learn about the origins of Hamamatsu gyoza and then experience making gyoza under the guidance of a gyoza craftsman. Arrange them in a circle, grill, garnish with bean sprouts and you’re done!
Hamataro Gyoza Center
Address: 981-2 Nakagawa, Hosoe-cho, Hamana-ku, Hamamatsu City
Tel: 053-401-0141
1.cacao lab
We hold workshops where you can learn about chocolate making and get hands-on experience.
2.Playground 082
There are plenty of exciting things for children to do, including educational toys, videos, picture books, and more, all made from local Tenryu cedar.
3.Kuruli Forest
Come play with this original and dynamic play equipment based on the motif of the wheel of wisdom.
nicoe
Address: 6-7-11 Somejidai, Hamamatsu City, Hamana Ward
Telephone: 053-586-4567
The permanent exhibition, which was renovated in July 2019, is divided into five themes: sound, light, power, space, and nature, and is sure to stimulate the curiosity of both adults and children. The exhibitions, which are held in cooperation with local businesses, are unique to Hamamatsu. The planetarium, which has had its interior renovated, is popular for its live commentary given daily by specialized staff. It has been transformed into a new spot where you can play and learn.
Hamamatsu Science Museum Miraira
Address: 256-3 Kitaterashimacho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu
Tel: 053-454-0178
Beginners and kids, regardless of age! The charm of “windsurfing”, a marine sport that can be enjoyed all year round at Lake Hamana ♡
What do you mean by “Autumn of ◯◯”?
There are many ways to enjoy autumn, such as reading, appetite, sports, and art.
Under such circumstances, this time we will introduce one of the marine sports that can be enjoyed even in autumn at Lake Hamana.
Introducing “windsurfing”.
(Photo provided by: WINDVILLAGE Takashi Yamamoto)
A drop of nature grown in Hamamatsu Tenryu Forest. “Kuromoji tea” made from trees
This year too, the delicious treasure grown in the forest, “Kicoro forest scented tea,” will be coming to town.
It is Kuromoji tea from Tenryu Forest, which was created with the idea of being an “entrance to get people interested in the forest,” and is harvested only once a year in early spring.
I first encountered this tea four years ago. At a cafe in Tenryu Ward, a friend recommended it to me and said, “This Kuromoji tea is delicious. It’s made from wood.” When I asked her, “What is a tree? You mean the leaves on that tree?”, she answered that they were not actually leaves. When we think of tea, we think of green tea or herbal tea, which is made from soft materials such as leaves and flower petals. So when I was told that it was made from wood, I couldn’t imagine it.
What arrived on the table was a gentle pink tea with a very nice aroma that overturned the image of “wood”.
You may not be familiar with the “Kuromoji” tree, but you might know it as a sweet toothpick used to cut up Japanese sweets and bring them to your mouth.
Nowadays, many of them are made of plastic or other wood, but they were originally made from the Kuromoji tree, which has a pleasant aroma and antibacterial properties. It is well known that when Sen no Rikyu, a famous tea master, made tea for Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi, he offered them a freshly shaved fragrant toothpick from a branch of the Kuromoji tree in his garden. The scent of Kuromoji may have soothed the spirits of war-torn military commanders.
Japanese sweets and Kuromoji cutting sweets
Kuromoji is said to be an aromatic native to Japan, and its refreshing yet sweet scent is said to have antiviral and relaxing effects. It is said that it is also included in Chanel No. 5, and it is a tree that is like the savior of today’s times.
Kuromoji has been drunk for treatment and health since ancient times. A herbal medicine called Usho is made from the leaves and branches, and it is also brewed and drunk as a health tea. So, what is the difference between Tenryu no Mori’s Kuromoji tea and the health teas that have been drunk up until now?
The person who makes Tenryu Forest’s Kuromoji tea is Mr. Takeshi Maeda, who works as a “visible woodcutter” to connect the mountains and the city. Even though I don’t like the outdoors or the rain, I was selfish because I wanted to see the black moji tree. Then, on a rainy day at the start of the rainy season, Mr. Maeda showed me around Kikoro Forest in Tenryu.
A Culinary Trip to Hamamatsu! From Gyoza and Unagi to Hamburger Steak
A delectable array of foods are found in Hamamatsu, including Hamamatsu gyoza and unagi. In this article, we delve into the famous specialty foods of Hamamatsu.