Location: Hamamatsu
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Hamamatsu (浜松市, Hamamatsu-shi, lit. "Coast Pine Tree") is a city located in western Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
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1. Ryotan-ji Temple
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4.5 based on 255 reviews
An old temple with a history of over 1000 years. Iinoya is the hometown of the Ii family, and Ryotanji is their family temple. Naotora Ii, the main character of the Taiga drama series "Naotora: The Lady Warlord," which tells the history of Japan, priesthood (Breaking the relationship with the family, leaving the world, receiving commandments and becoming a monk) at this temple. Kobori Enshu's Ryotanji Garden in the backyard of the main hall is a nationally nominated scenic spot. The temple building is a cultural property nominated by Shizuoka Prefecture. It has many treasures such as Nobunaga Oda's relics and items related to the Ii family. You can enjoy the flowers and greenery of the four seasons whenever you visit, and the atmosphere is known as Little Kyoto in Hamamatsu. Closed: August 15th, December 22nd-27th * The museum may be temporarily closed when a typhoon approaches.
2. Hamamatsu Air Park
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4.5 based on 515 reviews
Reviewed By Tokugawa_Ieyasu - Fujieda, Japan
This facility is widely open for many people in free of charge. Both of kids and adults should have great times there. I bet those who are interested in aircraft, defensing activities can enjoy a lot. The exhibitions are great to see. Weapons such as missiles are displayed together with reasonable explanations. You can get into the cockpits of exhibited airplanes which had flied in the air before. This may bring you the memorial photos. Souvenir store offers great variety of air force goods, towels, shirts and so forth.
3. Shointei Tea Ceremony House
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
It is a tea room in the city, which was located in Hamamatsu Castle and designed by architect Yoshio Taniguchi. On the opening day, a tea ceremony service performed with tables and chairs with a price of 400 yen (with Japanese-style confectionery) is served from 10 am to 4 pm. Enjoy the changing seasons of the garden throughout the year. Holidays: Monday (Open on public holidays) / New Year holidays
4. Akihasan Hongu Akiha-jinja Shrine
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Akihasan Hongu Akiha-jinja Shrine pays tribute to the famous Akihasan, which is said to be one of the most sacred mountains in the Tokai region. It was founded in Wado 2 (709 AD). In the Middle Ages, it was called "Akiha Daigongen" (God of Fire) and was widely known throughout the country as a highly virtuous god. It was given the highest rank as a god by the Imperial Court. Many great swords were also donated to the shrine by famous warlords. Furthermore, during the Edo period, Akihakou (Group for worshiping Mt. Akiha) was formed all over the country, and the main road was crowded with worshipers. Even today, rituals are performed in traditional ways and are respected throughout the country. (Prayer reception is from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm) (All day worship and prayer are possible from New Year's Eve to New Year's Day)
5. Hamamatsu Festival Pavilion
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Introducing the origin and history of the Hamamatsu Festival, which is held in May every year, as well as seeing the kites actually used at the Hamamatsu Festival, rare kites from all over the country, and the gorgeous Goten Yatai (palace-like floats) exhibition. It is a facility where you can hear the sound of enthusiasm and excitement of Hamamatsu Festival. The Hamamatsu Festival goods and Hamamatsu souvenirs are sold in the hall, and we also hold a mini kite making class every day. Parking is not available during the Hamamatsu Festival (May 3-5). Please come by the shuttle bus. Closed days: 12/29-12/31
6. Maisakashuku Wakihonjin
7. Juyo Bunkazai Nakamura Family House
8. Akiha Kaido
9. Tenryu Futamata Station
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4.0 based on 34 reviews
Tenhama Line is marking its 80th year since its start of operation under the name of National Railways Futamata Line. There are National Registered Tangible Cultural Properties preserved throughout the line. Many can even be found inside the station. You can enjoy a guided tour including a visit to the train rail yard and the railway history museum. Come visit this precious railway heritage.
10. Maisaka Fishing Harbour
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