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It’s difficult to ignore the way music has impacted Hamamatsu. The streets are named after musical genres, the buses play Chopin at traffic lights, even playable pianos and guitars are on display at the bullet train exit.
May 11, 2024 · Even though Hamamatsu is in one of the most populated parts of Japan, it’s surrounded by beautiful nature – one of the reasons it’s so popular with domestic tourists. And, along with the natural landscapes around the city, there are also a few important Hamamatsu attractions that embrace the region’s (and even the world’s) flora.
- Hamamatsu: A City of Musical Instruments, History, and Gyoza
- Day One: Sightseeing Around The Lake Hamana Area
- View Lovely Flowers at Hamamatsu Flower Park
- Cross The Lake on The Kanzanji Ropeway
- Order Unaju Boxes at Kanzanjien
- Pray For Love at Kanzanji Temple
- Take A Short Break at Kushitani Cafe
- Nukumori No Mori: A Village Straight Out of A Fairy Tale
- Watch A Sunset Through Benten Island’s Torii
- Head to Hamataro For Famous Hamamatsu Gyoza
Hamamatsuis a major city in Shizuoka Prefecture that is accessible by Shinkansen (bullet train) from Tokyo and Nagoya. Once you’ve arrived, venture out to sightseeing attractions by train or bus! Reserving a rental car is also a great option for those who prefer to travel at their own pace. Hamamatsu is home to many places connected to nature, hist...
On your first day in Hamamatsu, we suggest sightseeing around the Lake Hamana area. Leave your luggage at the hotel when you arrive in Hamamatsu. Return to Hamamatsu Station and take the Route 30 bus bound for “Kanzanji Onsen” at Bus Terminal Platform 1. To return home, you'll be taking the same bus route.
Our first destination is Hamamatsu Flower Park. Disembark at the Flower Park bus stop. It takes about 40 minutes to reach from Hamamatsu Station and the fare costs 570 yen. Hamamatsu Flower Park is a botanical garden located on the border of Lake Hamana. The park has over 3,000 varieties of plants and flowers, allowing visitors to enjoy flora year-...
Next, let's enjoy the view of Lake Hamana from the ropeway. Take the bus from the Flower Park and get off four stops later at the Hamanako Palpal bus stop. The ride takes about five minutes and costs 210 yen. If you’re taking the bus from Hamamatsu Station, it takes about 43 minutes and costs 620 yen. Kanzanji Ropewayis Japan’s only ropeway spannin...
For lunch, let’s head to a famous unagi restaurant in Hamamatsu. A ten-minute walk from Kanzanji Ropeway, Unagi Kohan Shokubo Kanzanjienserves locally caught eel. The restaurant is right by Lake Hamana. On sunny days, you should try dining out on the terrace and admiring the scenery. You can see the Kanzanji Ropeway from the terrace. After a while,...
After replenishing your energy with unaju, head over to our next destination: Kanzanji Temple. Near the entrance of Kanzanjien are stairs leading up to the temple. Once you've climbed up the steps, you'll see the main hall. Kanzanji Temple has been patronized by locals for centuries since its construction in 810. Left of the main hall, there's a sm...
Want to take a short break before boarding the bus? KUSHITANI CAFE Kanzanjiis run by KUSHITANI, a motorcycle accessory brand. This cafe is a haven for motorcyclists. Of course, non-riders are welcome to come, too! Renovated from an old store, the cafe has a stylish ambience that blends nostalgia and novelty. The counter for ordering food and drinks...
Next, we'll head to a village that looks just like a scene from a picture book. Take the bus from Kanzanji Onsen and disembark at the Sujikai-bashi bus stop. Travel time is about ten minutes, and the fare is 260 yen. Cross the intersection and keep walking until you reach an entrance sign on your left. If you’re taking the bus from Hamamatsu Statio...
On your first day in Hamamatsu, we suggest watching the beautiful sunset you can only enjoy here. Take the JR Tokaido Line from Hamamatsu Station and get off at Bentenjima Station. The ride takes about 12 minutes and costs 240 yen. Picture courtesy of Hamamatsu City Every year between November 20 and January 20, sightseers can watch the sunset desc...
Gyoza(potstickers) are another specialty of Hamamatsu. Along with Utsunomiya in Tochigi Prefecture, Hamamatsu is one of the two famous dumpling cities in Japan. From Hamamatsu Station, it's a five-minute walk to renowned gyoza restaurant Hamataro. Their specialty dish is Hamamatsu Gyoza (12 pieces for 760 yen before tax). The dish is beautifully ar...
Jan 19, 2023 · Hamamatsu is known as a "city of music" as it is home to the headquarters of famous instrument brands such as Yamaha, Kawai, and Roland. In 1995, the city embraced that legacy by establishing Japan’s first municipal museum of instruments that today displays a dazzling array of unique musical implements from around the world.
Mar 12, 2024 · For all of the natural beauty and culture of Hamamatsu City, it remains a city that falls off the radar for most overseas visitors to Japan, a blip on the map as they travel between Tokyo and Kyoto on the Tokaido Shinkansen.
- Todd Fong
Hamamatsu, located in the western part of Shizuoka Prefecture in Japan, offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty. Known for its deep musical roots, notably being the birthplace of the Yamaha Corporation, the city thrives on its historical craftsmanship in musical instruments.
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Jul 22, 2024 · Hamamatsu is more than the city where Roland operates, however. It has a deep connection to music, one tracing back over a hundred years. Its local culture and atmosphere help inform Roland as well. Take a trip to Hamamatsu and see how Roland fits into the cultural—and physical—landscape.
