Naka Ward Travel Guide
Hamamatsu
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Popular places to visit
Hamamatsu Museum of Musical Instruments
You can study the exhibits at Hamamatsu Museum of Musical Instruments, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Hamamatsu. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its festivals.
Hamamatsu Castle
Learn about the local history of Hamamatsu when you spend time at Hamamatsu Castle. Wander the lakeside and gardens while you're in the area.
Act Tower
After visiting Act Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hamamatsu. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Lake Hamana
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Hamana during your travels in Nishi Ward. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika
Bring your family to Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Hamamatsu. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals.
Hamamatsu Arena
Catch an event at Hamamatsu Arena during your trip to Hamamatsu. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.
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Top hotels in Naka Ward
Okura Act City Hotel Hamamatsu
I have stayed here multiple times and it’s a Very good location and big rooms in premium categories. Good choices for breakfast also. Only complaint is the lack of a gym and health club facility. In today’s day and age this is a must. There is enough space and it will elevate the guest experience. ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Centurion Hotel Hamamatsu
Good
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hamamatsu
The property was very comfortable and the staff were very friendly. The only complaint is that check-in is on the second floor without an elevator till you check-in. Would stay here again!
Reviewed on 9 May 2025
Richmond Hotel Hamamatsu
The staff's response was good
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
APA Hotel Hamamatsueki Minami
This was just a quick stop on a long trip. It has a lot of potential if the staff, AC or central/fan system worked, and better amenities. the room was large and dirty, set up like a party room. So much more can be done to the interior decor to one account for the cost and the location, even if it ...
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
HOTEL SUI HAMAMATSU
The staff was pleasant and willing to help.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Naka Ward
Motoshiro-cho
Though Motoshiro-cho may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hamamatsu Castle and Hamamatsu Municipal Art Museum.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Enshunada Coastal Park and Nakatajima Sand Dunes are top sights worth seeing.
Higashi
While visiting Higashi, you might make a stop by sights like Hamamatsu Arena and Meizen Kinpara House.
Nishi Ward
If you're spending some time in Nishi Ward, Hamanako Garden Park and Hamamatsu Flower Park are top sights worth seeing.
Kanzanjicho
While visiting Kanzanjicho, you might make a stop by sights like Hamanako Palpal Theme Park and Kanzanji Temple.
Hamakita Ward
If you're spending some time in Hamakita Ward, Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika and Shizuoka Prefectural Forest Park are top sights worth seeing.
