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.
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Hoshinoichi Market: Revitalizing the Future of Downtown Hamamatsu
Just south of Hamamatsu Station is the Southern Cross Shopping Street. Once bustling, the area has declined in recent years. We spoke with locals working to bring it back to life…
We spoke with Konami Tsukamoto, the head of Hamamatsu Flower Park, about the charm of wisteria.
Wisteria trees reach their peak from late April to early May each year. We spoke with Konami Tsukamoto, the head of Hamamatsu Flower Park, to learn more about what makes these flowers so special…
Embark on a Fun-Filled Journey on the Tenhama Line — Special Video Now Available!
Take a slow, relaxing journey only a local railway can offer. Why not hop on and discover it for yourself?…
[Hamanatto from Yamaya Soy Sauce] A Fermented Food Free of Additives, Preservatives, and Artificial Flavor Enhancers!
“Hamanatto” is a fermented soybean product made with koji mold and aged for over a year. With a little creativity, there are many ways to enjoy this unique fermented soybean product…
Bringing Happiness Through Music: Suzuki Musical Instrument Company Supports Everyone from Educators to Music Lovers
Suzuki Musical Instrument Co., Ltd. began 71 years ago with its founder making harmonicas. Today, it remains the only company in Japan that manufactures pianicas domestically…
Introducing Hamanako Gourmet Park!
Hamanako Gourmet Park, located just before the entrance to Hamamatsu Nishi Interchange. Inside the shop, you’ll find a wide array of local specialties from Hamamatsu…
Introducing Exquisite Sweets Made with Hamamatsu’s Famous “Unagi Imo”
“Unagi Imo” is a brand of sweet potato grown in Hamamatsu using fertilizer made from powdered leftover parts of eel, such as bones and heads, generated during processing…
Hamamatsu’s Long-Established Wagashi Shop “Kogiku”: Tradition Meets Innovation Across Generations
Introducing Kogiku, a traditional confectionery shop that treasures its heritage while constantly embracing new ideas♪…
About 450,000 Visitors Annually! What’s the Secret Behind Nagasaka Apiary’s Popular Honey After 89 Years?
Nagasaka Apiary welcomes about 450,000 visitors annually. With friendly staff, delicious honey, and over 60 original products, it’s loved for its high customer satisfaction…
The Only Harmonica-Only Manufacturer in Japan: Showa Gakki Seizo
Showa Gakki Seizo Co., Ltd. is Japan’s only maker devoted to harmonicas. As a symbol of Hamamatsu, the City of Music, its products are sold at Hamamatsu Station and service areas across Shizuoka…
From Fields to Your Cup: Utsuyama Seicha Delivers Safe, High-Quality Tea from Hamamatsu 🍵
They offer a range of teas, including our original brand, black tea, genmaicha, and roasted tea…
Awarded Good Design Shizuoka! The Making of “Hasande Someru △ (Sankaku) Fujisan”
From Hamamatsu to beyond Shizuoka Prefecture and overseas, we introduce the Mt. Fuji-shaped dyeing product being promoted far and wide…
