Get to Know Hamamatsu
Hamamatsu is famous for its production of motorcycles and musical instruments, as well as its delicious eels. But that's not all! Learn more about seasonal events, popular locations, and hidden gems! We'll introduce the best of Hamamatsu.
2020: Celebrate Autumn with Iron Art at Lake Hamana Garden Park’s Autumn Festa
During the Autumn Festa at Lake Hamana Garden Park, 400,000 cosmos bloom alongside special events. One highlight this year is the iron sculptures on display in the International Garden area…
Cheers from Home This Weekend! Hamamatsu Craft Beer Fest ONLINE 2020
The Hamamatsu Craft Beer Fest is held every year—but this time, it’s going online. Here’s how to enjoy the event from home!…
Resort Vibes at Lake Hamana: BBQ & Sunset Cruise
Enjoy fresh, local seafood from Lake Hamana and feel like you’re on a relaxing resort getaway—this special plan offers just that…
A Drop of Nature from Tenryu’s Forest: “Kuromoji Tea” Born from the Trees
Created with the hope of inspiring interest in the forest, Kuromoji tea from Tenryu’s woods is harvested just once a year in early spring…
Easygoing Cycling at Oku-Hamanako
Cycling around Oku-Hamanako is ideal for beginners or newcomers. The sweet calm and rich nature refresh your mind. Why not take a relaxing ride there?…
More Than Fireworks: A Fresh Way to Enjoy Hamamatsu’s Cool, Soft Chusen Yukata
Many people think yukata are only for fireworks festivals, but we want everyone to enjoy them beyond just those events. A new project has launched to introduce fresh ways to enjoy wearing yukata…
Experience the Craftsmanship — Ganyudo
I found a kit on social media that lets you make wagashi like a craftsman from Ganyudo. I decided to try making them myself…
Like Aromatherapy?! The Blossoms of Mikkabi Mikan Smell Like Neroli
A friend sent me an envelope with small white flowers and a note: “Mikan blossoms are blooming in Mikkabi.” I first thought the scent was jasmine—but could it be mikan flowers?…
What’s Lake Hamana Like? The Sea-Lake Textbook—Seafood Edition
Everyone in Hamamatsu knows about Lake Hamana. But if someone asks, “What kind of place is it?” many might struggle to answer. That’s why we created this “Sea-Lake Textbook.”…
Special Moments with Your Dog in Hamamatsu, the City of Dog Lovers
Did you know Hamamatsu has many dog lovers? With so many dog owners, plenty of pet-friendly spots await. Here are some places to enjoy with your dog…
Sake & Chocolate: Discovering the Charms of Hamakita, Hamamatsu (Part 2)
Hamakita is known for its green forest parks and rice fields. Though more residential with many eateries than a typical tourist spot, it has many attractions worth exploring. Let us introduce some!…
Sake & Chocolate: Discovering the Charms of Hamakita, Hamamatsu (Part 1)
Hamakita is known for its green forest parks and rice fields. Though more residential with many eateries than a typical tourist spot, it has many attractions worth exploring. Let us introduce some!…
