Hamamatsu City

Hamamatsu City

Hamamatsu City is located in the western part of Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is home to factories of major manufacturers such as Suzuki Motor, Honda, and Yamaha, which is renowned for its motorcycles and musical instruments. In addition, acclaimed director Takeshi Kitano's well-known film "Kikujiro's Summer" used Hamamatsu as one of its filming locations.

Bordered by the Akaishi Mountain Range to the north, the Tenryu River flowing to the east, the Enshu Nada Sea to the south, and Lake Hamana to the west, Hamamatsu City features diverse natural environments that create a rich variety of scenic beauty. This lush natural setting, along with its long history, has quietly nurtured a culturally rich Hamamatsu. Hamamatsu Castle, where Tokugawa Ieyasu resided for 17 years, is a must-visit. The calm waters of Lake Hamana are ideal for water sports, making it one of the few sightseeing spots in Japan where you can enjoy activities such as sailing and surfing. Other highlights include the Hamamatsu Museum of Musical Instruments, Nakatajima Sand Dunes, Hamamatsu Flower Park, Hamamatsu Fruit Park, and the Five Lakes of Lake Hamana. Hamamatsu is not only a global hub for musical instrument production but also a vibrant music city that hosts frequent musical events. The Hamamatsu International Piano Competition, held once every three years, attracts worldwide attention.

When it comes to local specialties, eel is a must. Lake Hamana is the birthplace of eel farming, and its eels are famous throughout Japan. When visiting Hamamatsu, don’t miss the opportunity to taste the tender and highly nutritious eel from Lake Hamana.

Hamamatsu

Must-visit reason: A city once inhabited by Tokugawa Ieyasu

Continent where the attraction is located: Asia【Asia】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Japan[Japan]

Prefecture/State where the attraction is located: Shizuoka Prefecture [Shizuoka Prefecture]

City where the attraction is located: Hamamatsu City [Hamamatsu]