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.
2022: Blueberry Picking at Aoi Tori – Followed by a Refreshing Shaved Ice Treat!
This time we visited Aoi Tori, a blueberry-picking farm. After enjoying the fresh, juicy berries, we cooled off with their special shaved ice dessert…
A Local Secret! Maisaka Fishing Port Enbai Morning Market — Packed with Delicious Seafood!
Held annually at Maisaka Fishing Port, this morning market offers a wide variety of fresh seafood, vegetables, prepared foods, and fruits, bustling with local flavor…
From Shinjohara to Tenryu-Futamata! A Relaxing Train Trip Using the Tenryu Hamanako Railway Free Pass
The Tenryu Hamanako Railway runs from Kakegawa Station through Hamamatsu City to Shinshirohara Station in Kosai City. This time, we share a relaxed trip using a free pass from Shinshirohara to Tenryu-Futamata Station…
Directly Connected to JR Hamamatsu Station! Find Hamamatsu Souvenirs at Ekimachi West
If you’re looking for souvenirs, Ekimachi West—right inside JR Hamamatsu Station—is the place to go! Unagi and gyoza to local sake, green tea, and sweets, you’ll find all the must-have gifts here…
Night Adventure at Lake Hamana! Try Takiya Fishing
“Takiya fishing” has become a popular nighttime activity at Lake Hamana. This traditional method uses spears and nets to catch seafood. We gave it a try ourselves—here’s how it went…
Hamamatsu Power Foods: Tracing the Ingredients That Fueled Tokugawa Ieyasu’s Rise
When it comes to Hamamatsu, most people think of eel—but did you know the region is also known for softshell turtle, with a long and storied history?…
“We Just Want You to Eat Something Delicious” — Bonzaru, a Local Favorite for Hamamatsu Power Foods
“Hamamatsu Power Foods” are seasonal ingredients from the Hamamatsu and Lake Hamana area. We visited Bonzaru, known for nourishing dishes like softshell turtle, pufferfish, and eel…
2022: Sweet Adventures Await! Strawberry Picking at Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika
With their bright color, cute shape, and irresistible sweetness, strawberries are a seasonal favorite.This time, we visited Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika’s popular strawberry fields…
Sweet and Juicy! Enjoy Persimmon Picking in Oidaira, Hamamatsu
Hamamatsu has long hours of sunshine—perfect for growing delicious persimmons. We visited Oidaira to try persimmon picking for the very first time!…
Sweets Tour Around Oku-Hamanako—A Tasty Day Trip!
The Oku-Hamanako area is about an hour’s drive from central Hamamatsu. Surrounded by mountains, it’s a green and quiet place worth visiting…
Unagi Sashimi, a Specialty of Totoichi, and Hamamatsu’s Dining Scene
“I felt it was a shame that sushi restaurants were the only choice when people wanted to eat fish, so I decided to open a place in Hamamatsu focused on quality seafood,” the owner shares…
Beer & Hamamatsu Gyoza—The Perfect Pair! Here’s My Top Pick
If someone asked you, “What’s the best snack with beer?”—what would you say? There are lots of tasty options, but let’s not forget gyoza! Here’s our report on a HAMANA Jennu’s favorite gyoza pick…
