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.
Walking in the Footsteps of Ieyasu: Exploring Historic Sites Around Hamamatsu Castle (Part 1)
Hamamatsu is where Tokugawa Ieyasu spent 17 years. Around Hamamatsu Castle are many historic spots linked to him. With the “Ieyasu’s Walking Trail” leaflet, we explore these sites…
Walking in the Footsteps of Ieyasu: Exploring Historic Sites Around Hamamatsu Castle(Part 2)
Hamamatsu is where Tokugawa Ieyasu spent 17 years. Around Hamamatsu Castle are many historic spots linked to him. With the “Ieyasu’s Walking Trail” leaflet, we explore these sites…
A Beautiful Autumn View: Fall Foliage at Shirakura Gorge in Hamamatsu
Wanting to capture some beautiful autumn colors, we headed to Tatsuyama in Tenryu Ward, Hamamatsu—and were rewarded with a stunning display of fall foliage…
Exploring “The Sea Lake”: Hiking the Scenic Okuhamana Nature Trail
Lake Hamana is often known for marine activities—but it’s also a great spot for hiking and trail running. This time, we hit the trail to experience its quieter, more scenic side…
Sea Lake Report: Walking the Historic Hime Kaidō — From Kiga to Mikkabi
The Honsaka Route, also known as the Hime Kaidō, was once a side route to the Tokaido. In this segment, we continue our walk from Kiga-juku to Mikkabi-juku…
Get Hands-On with Eels at Lake Hamana! Tour the Tenpo Unagi Farm
It’s long been believed that eating eel in summer helps boost nutrition and fight off fatigue. We spoke about this cherished Japanese tradition and the beloved eel with local experts…
Sea Lake Report: Walking the Hime Kaidō from Anma to Kiga
The Honsaka Route, also known as the Hime Kaidō, was once a side route to the Tokaido. This time, we walked the section from Anma to Kiga and share what we saw along the way…
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…
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?…
Experience Hamamatsu’s Trending Traditional Craft: Chusen Dyeing!
We tried Hamamatsu’s traditional Chusen dyeing technique. Experiencing it makes you want to help keep this amazing craft alive. It’s a valuable cultural experience unique to Japan…
A Hands-On Weaving Journey with Traditional Enshu Cotton
Enshu cotton is soft, comfortable, and perfect for daily wear. On this trip, we tried weaving our own stoles—choosing a favorite from the colorful fabrics was a big part of the experience…
A Taste of “Shojin Unagi”: A Unique Culinary Journey at Lake Hamana
We visited Hōkōji Temple, tucked in the nature around Lake Hamana. Surrounded by quiet air and gentle rakan statues, we walked through the forest to the main hall…
