Minami Ward Travel Guide
Hamamatsu
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
Hamamatsu Flower Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hamamatsu Flower Park, a lovely green space in Hamanako Kanzanji Onsen. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's festivals.
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.
Nakatajima Sand Dunes
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Nakatajima Sand Dunes might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Hamamatsu. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Minami Ward
Hotel Associa Toyohashi
Room was very clean, beds were comfortable, the view was great, and the location is incredibly convenient.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Richmond Hotel Hamamatsu
The staff's response was good
Reviewed on 7 Dec 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
Hotel Select Inn Hamamatsu Ekimae
basically good for one day business trip but not recommended for longer stay
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2022
Okura Act City Hotel Hamamatsu
Fastest elevator I've come across! My room was on the 39th floor..but it felt like i was on the 5th. Great view! The beds are firm. Just nice. I'll return.
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Dormy Inn EXPRESS Toyohashi Hot Spring
Room was great, beds were amazing, amenities excellent. Staff was good and hot springs was nice. Many freebies was totally worth staying here.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Minami 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 Museum of Musical Instruments.
Naka Ward
If you're spending some time in Naka Ward, Hamamatsu JASDF Air Park and Museum and Hamamatsu Castle 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 Maisaka Beach 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.
