The easiest way to get around in Hamamatsu is by car, since many of the major sights and attractions are not accessible by public transportation. If you decide to rent a car, it is advised to do so from the nearest airport in the vicinity. You can use our car rental widget in the FAQ menu below. 

Nearest airport: 

The nearest and most convenient airport is Chubu Centrair International Airport in Nagoya.

• by car: approximately 2 hours

Car rentals:

We recommend staying in Hamamatsu between one and two days.
 

The nearest and most convenient airport is Chubu Centrair International Airport in Nagoya.

• by car: approximately 2 hours

There are two famous festival in this area. Please be advised that the following info is based upon previous entries of the festival and that the dates might have changed for the following year. It is also possible that the entire festival is cancelled in the case of heavy rainfall or a natural disaster. Please check with the official organisers' website for the most up-to-date information. 
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For the exact location of the festivals, you can consult our map above by clicking on the icon in the upper most corner of the map to open the map legend. Festivals are hidden by default but can be made visible by clicking on the "Festivals" checkbox in the map legend.

• Hamamatsu Festival

  • Date: May 3rd until May 5th

• Kashima fireworks

  • Date: August 3rd

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• Sakura Mobile Unlimited Wifi / Pocket Wifi