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Hamamatsu / Savor Nature's Harmony, Photonics Playground

MeowScore 😸82/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😻
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

April

Experience the lively Hamamatsu Matsuri festival and traditional music. (12 words)

january

Visit Hamamatsu for the Shosha-zan Daruma Doll festival. (19 words)

february

Experience the Hamamatsu Kite Festival and fly kites with the locals. (16 words)

march

Explore Hamamatsu Castle and its beautiful gardens during the cherry blossom season. (19 words)

april

Attend the Hamamatsu Matsuri and dance along with the traditional music. (14 words)

may

Enjoy the fresh seafood at Hamamatsu Fish Market and taste the local catch. (16 words)

june

Escape the crowds and hike Mount Fuji in the early summer. (11 words)

july

Cool off in the Hamamatsu Gokoku Shrine forest and visit the Takahasidai observation deck. (18 words)

august

Attend the elaborate fireworks display at Hamamatsu Festival. (10 words)

september

Visit the Birthplace of Suzuki Motorcycles and learn about its history. (14 words)

october

Try your hand at grape picking and taste fresh grapes in the wineries near the city. (19 words)

november

Experience the vibrant fall colors on a day trip to the nearby Korankei Gorge. (16 words)

december

Visit the Hamamatsu Flower Park and admire the winter illuminations and flower displays. (18 words)

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The economy and shopping scene in Hamamatsu is reasonably priced, but not super cheap. Visitors can find affordable options for food and souvenirs, but higher-end items may be more expensive.

Explore local markets and street food stalls for budget-friendly eating and shopping. Consider visiting during sales seasons for discounts on higher-end items.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

stop-over or short trip

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

stop-over or short trip

Hamamatsu is a small city with few tourist attractions, hence a short visit.

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Cash is preferred, credit cards accepted. Splitting the bill is uncommon. No tipping expected.

internet situation

great Speed

Good speed for most activities.

great Availability

Widely available in urban areas.

excellent Cellular

Strong coverage throughout the city.

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Good infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good sidewalks

LGBTQ tolerated

Moderate

Stroll through fuzzy-friendly gardens filled with a meow-llion flowers, perfect for stretching your paws and soaking up the warm sunbeams.

Visit legendary jazz clubs for whisker-tapping tunes while indulging in a fancy feast that will satisfy the finest feline foodies, leaving you purring for more!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Nakatajima Sand Dunes
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Hamamatsu Air Park
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Hamamatsu Flower Park
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Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika
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Hamamatsu Castle

The mainstream

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Nakatajima Sand Dunes

A serene beach with vast sand dunes that provide a peaceful place for cats to lounge in the sun. A superb spot for the ultimate cat nap!

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Hamamatsu Air Park

A unique museum filled with airplanes and information about aviation. For cats who want to explore and learn something new.

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Hamamatsu Flower Park

A picturesque park filled with all sorts of colorful flowers. Great for cats who want to frolic and bask under the sun.

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Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika

A fruity paradise with a wide variety of fresh fruits, fruit ice cream, and fruit-inspired souvenirs. Purrfect for cat lovers who love a sweet treat!

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Hamamatsu Castle

A historical castle with beautiful architecture and a stunning view of the city. Perfect for a stroll and some cute photo ops!

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Off the beaten path

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Kanzanji Onsen
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Iruma Shrine
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Hamamatsu Castle Park
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Lake Hamana
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Sagicho Festival

Off the beaten path

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Kanzanji Onsen

Cats can unwind at this tranquil hot spring with picturesque views of the lake and surrounding mountains 🛀

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Iruma Shrine

Cats can visit this serene Shinto shrine with stunning architecture and beautiful gardens 🍃

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Hamamatsu Castle Park

Cats can stroll through this peaceful park for a taste of history with gorgeous cherry blossom trees 🌸

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Lake Hamana

Cats can relax at this beautiful, lesser-known lake with stunning views of Mt. Fuji 🏞️

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Sagicho Festival

During March, cats can witness a traditional fire festival where locals parade through the streets with giant torches 🔥

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biking possible

Good infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good sidewalks

LGBTQ tolerated

Moderate

Mindful meoweler tips

Experience the Kite Festival

Every May, Hamamatsu hosts the Hamamatsu Matsuri, a festival centered around majestic kite battles. It's a sight to be seen with vibrantly-colored giant kites soaring in the sky!

Visit the Yamaha Museum

Discover the history and evolution of Yamaha’s production of musical instruments and motorcycles. There's also the opportunity to see and test the latest gadgets and musical creations!

Try Unagi Pie

Unagi Pie is Hamamatsu's specialty snack. It's a wafer with a salty and sweet blend of flavors, and the secret ingredient is eel extract.

Useful external sites

www.inhamamatsu.com

Hamamatsu Tourism Bureau↗

Official website of Hamamatsu city tourism bureau. Provides information on popular tourist spots, events, accommodations and more.

www.japan.travel/en/destinations/chubu/hamamatsu

JNTO Hamamatsu↗

The official page of Hamamatsu city on the Japan National Tourism Organization website. Provides travel information for foreigners travelling to Hamamatsu.

hcma.shizuoka.shizuoka.jp/english

Hamamatsu City Museum of Art↗

Website of Hamamatsu City Museum of Art, provides information on today's exhibition, permanent exhibits, facility information, and related events.

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