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.
“What to do with Ieyasu Hamamatsu Taiga Drama Museum” pre-opening on the east side of Hamamatsu Castle! Information on attractions and souvenirs
Have you seen the 2023 taiga drama “What to do with Ieyasu” (NHK)?
Hamamatsu City, where the main character, Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu, lived for 17 years, will pre-open the “What to do with Ieyasu Hamamatsu Taiga Drama Museum” on January 22nd. During the pre-opening period, you can enjoy exhibits of costumes used in past taiga dramas and videos.
Hamamatsu Shusse Park, where the Taiga Drama Museum is located, also exhibits the stone walls of Hamamatsu Castle (actual) and the remains of Ninomaru Palace!
To the castle of Tenryu, which was shaken by a group of heroes in search of a castle seal. Introducing the design and sales locations!
Do you know the castle stamp Gojoin, which is popular among people who like castles?
This is like a certificate that you can purchase as a commemoration of your visit to the castle. They are sold at 11 castles in Hamamatsu City, including Hamamatsu Castle.
In Tenryu Ward, where many mountain castles have been built, castle seals from castles representing each area are on sale. In addition to interesting designs and sales locations, we will also introduce facilities where you can take a break before or after climbing Takane Castle in the Misakubo area.
Walking around Hamamatsu Castle through places related to Lord Ieyasu/Ieyasu’s promenade (inside the castle/downtown route) Part 1
Hamamatsu is the place where Tokugawa Ieyasu, the main character of the 2023 historical drama “What to Do with Ieyasu” (NHK), spent 17 years of his youth. Therefore, the area around Hamamatsu Castle is dotted with places related to Lord Ieyasu.
The “Ieyasu Promenade” is a place where you can walk and visit places related to this. There are two walking routes: the “Battle Route” and the “Castle Inner/Castle Route.”
This time, we will take you around half of the “Castle Inner/Castle Route”, which is the east side of Hamamatsu Castle. Let’s set out with the leaflet in hand!
Visiting shrines related to Lord Ieyasu around Hamamatsu Castle/Ieyasu’s walking route (inside/downtown route) Part 2
Tokugawa Ieyasu, one of the Three Great Heroes, spent 17 of his 75 years in the prime of his youth in Hamamatsu. As a result, there are still places around Hamamatsu Castle that are connected to Lord Ieyasu.
The “Castle Inner/Castle Route” of “Ieyasu’s Promenade” is a route that connects 12 of them so that you can visit them with a single stroke. This time we will be showing you the south side of this route from Hamamatsu Castle. Don’t forget to take the leaflet before leaving!
A look into the charm of Kunma Suisha no Sato, a relaxing roadside station that can be enjoyed in all seasons.
Kunma Suisha(water wheel) no Sato, a roadside station in the northwest of Tenryu Ward, Hamamatsu City, is a popular spot where you can enjoy nature, gourmet food, and handmade experiences all year round.
The people in charge of customer service inside the store are mothers from the local Kuma district. Due to the warmth of its customer service and atmosphere, it won the “Tokoro JAPAN Local Roadside Station Grand Prix” in September 2022.
This time, we will introduce you to the highlights of Kunma Suisha(water wheel) no Sato and how to enjoy it.
From JR Hamamatsu Station to tourist spots in the city! Introducing how to get to the bus terminal where route buses arrive and depart and coin lockers
Hamamatsu is a tourist and cultural city where you can enjoy rich nature, food, and historical romance.
JR Hamamatsu Station, which is served by the Tokaido Shinkansen and Tokaido Main Line, is close to the bus terminal that connects various parts of the city and tourist spots, making it the central station of Hamamatsu.
However, the problem was that the directions to the bus terminal were difficult to understand. So this time, we will show you how to get to the bus terminal from JR Hamamatsu Station.
Directly connected to JR Hamamatsu Station! Hamamatsu souvenirs are available at “Ekimachi West”
When do you buy souvenirs during your trip?
Ekimachi West, which is directly connected to JR Hamamatsu Station, has a wide selection of must-see Hamamatsu souvenirs, including Lake Hamana eel and Hamamatsu gyoza, as well as local sake, green tea, and sweets.
This time, we will introduce stores in Ekimachi West that specialize in Hamamatsu souvenirs, roughly divided into Hamamatsu souvenirs, sweets, and restaurants (cafes and restaurants). Each one is a delicious specialty of Hamamatsu.
[Nishiyama-cho, Chuo-ku] Do you know about Cha Kabuki? Who will be the winner of the elegant battle held at Muramatsu Shoten?
Sea Lake HAMANA Jenne introduces the various charms of the Hamamatsu/Lake Hamana area.
This time, the girls headed to Muramatsu Shoten, a Hamamatsu deep-steamed tea specialty store in Nishi-ku, Hamamatsu City, to try out the historic tea kabuki game. It seems that the winner of “Cha Kabuki” will receive a special special prize today, but who will get it? ?
Go to Lake Hamana at night in Yutocho, Chuo Ward! Takiya fishing experience ~ Banquet after returning from fishing!
Do you know about “Takiya fishing” which has become a popular activity at Lake Hamana at night in recent years?
This is a traditional fishing method at Lake Hamana that involves catching crabs, shrimp, sea bream, etc. with harpoons and nets. It’s a very luxurious experience where you don’t just catch the seafood, the boatmen cook it on the raft.
This time, Jenne and her friends will be taking on the challenge of takiya fishing! We will send you a lot of photos, including the party we enjoyed after returning from fishing. I wonder if I can catch the Sawtooth Crab! ?
Enjoy Lake Hamana Kanzanji Temple! 1 night 2 day model course that the whole family can enjoy
I want to enjoy amusement parks and zoos with my children while traveling. If possible, I would like to go to a hot spring and eat some delicious food. Kanzanji Temple, located on the outskirts of Hamamatsu City, will make that wish come true.
Kanzanji Temple is a scenic hot spring resort located on the shores of Lake Hamana. In addition to a zoo and amusement park in the surrounding area, you can also enjoy sightseeing boats and Japan’s only ropeway that crosses the lake.
This time, we will introduce a one-night, two-day model course with lots of photos that will allow you and your family to fully enjoy Kanzanji Temple.
Let’s explore the secrets of the beloved confectionery at “Eel Pie Factory” where admission is free!
Have you ever wanted to know how to make Hamamatsu’s famous confectionery, “Eel Pie”? At the “Eel Pie Factory” located on the outskirts of Hamamatsu City, you can tour the factory for free.
After the factory tour, you can try original sweets made with eel pie at the attached cafe or mobile cafe. Adults and children alike can enjoy free admission.
“Hamamatsu Science Museum” is a spot near the station where you can enjoy learning science while having fun even in the rain.
Have you ever been looking for a spot close to Hamamatsu Station where you can have fun even on rainy days?
Hamamatsu Science Museum makes both of these possible. The museum is divided into zones of nature, force, sound, light, and space, where you can enjoy learning about science while having a variety of experiences.
Furthermore, in the planetarium, which was renovated in March 2022, you can view approximately 100 million stars. Science shows are also popular.