Creative City

Access to Hamamatsu
Russia

China

Japan

Beijing
Seoul

South
Korea

ShanghaiSea ofJapan

Hamamatsu

Tokyo

Mt.Fuji
Osaka

KansaiInternational
Airport

Mt.Fuji
Shizuoka
AirportHanedaInternational
Airport

Chubu Centrair
International
AirportPacific Ocean

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NaritaInternational
AirportCONTENTS
City Vision 04

City of Industry 06
City of Music 10City of Tourism 12

Specialty Products 18
Global City 20

Facilities for Events 22
SDGs Action 24

JR Shinkansen

Running time: 90min~120min

Shin-Osaka

Kyoto

JR Shinkansen

JR Shinkansen

Running time: 35min~50min

NagoyaRunning time: 90min~120min

HAMAMATSU

JR Shinkansen (Bullet train)
JR Tokaido LineTokyo

MonorailKansaiInternational
Arpt.

Chubu Centrair
International
Arpt.

Mt.Fuji
Shizuoka
Arpt.

HanedaInternational
Arpt.

NaritaInternational
Arpt.

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City Vision
Creative City Hamamatsu
Hamamatsu strives to develop sustainably

in particular has received high praise fromas a city through its vision “ ‛Creative City

both domestic and international musicalHamamatsu, shining into the future’ built on

circles as a gateway to success for young

civil collaboration” and living in balance withpianists.

the natural environment.

Hamamatsu, as both an industrial andHamamatsu has produced famous

cultural city, continues to generate new value,

entrepreneurs, as well as advanced

talent, technology, and culture, and develop

technologies and industries that contributeas a Creative City where people of the world

to the development of industry around thecome together to share knowledge.

globe.
We also utilize Hamamatsu’s musicalinstrument industry to develop the city
through the universal language of music. The
Hamamatsu International Piano Competition

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City Data

City Flower
Mikan

City Tree
Matsu(Mandarin orange blossom)

City Bird
Uguisu(Japanese pine)

Population 799,966(Bush warbler)

1558.06km2

Area※ Second largest city in termsof land area in Japan※ As of Jan. 1, 2021
City Budget By Account（Unit:Yen）

Average Temperature andPrecipitation by Month

Category
General Account¥349.5B

Special Account25¥214.3B

Corporate Account
All Accounts

Temperature
(℃)
30
20
15

¥70.4B

10

8.5

14.1

11.6

25.1

29.7
25.4
18.9

705.5

302.5

300

129.5

183.5

2

3

4

250

212.5

200
150
47.0

8.0

(Month) 1

400
350

94.0 82.0（Fiscal Year 2020）

700

15.3
8.8

156.5

¥549.2B

Precipitation
(mm)

312.5

-5

¥ 85B

Total Budget

8.8

5
0

¥634.2B

Overlapping Accounts

20.4

23.8

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

100
11.0

12

50
0

(2020 Yearly Average)

Registered Foreign Residents
in Hamamatsu by Nationality
OthersIndonesia

2,279(8.9%)

999 (3.9%)

South Korea
1,119 (4.4%)

Peru

BrazilTotal

1,706 (6.7%)

9,478 (37.1%)

25,550(88 Countries)*Including statelesspersons

Vietnam

3,473 (13.6%)

China2,528 (9.9%)

Philippines
3,968 (15.5%)（As of Jan. 1, 2021)

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City of Industry

Outline of Hamamatsu’s Industrial Development

1935-1937
Enshu textiles prosper

1889 Tokaido Line opens

Cotton textiles

Shift to peacetime industries

Proto car production

Since the Edo period(1603-1867)

Machine tools
Woodworking
machines

Musical instruments

Optoelectronics
industries

End of the Taisho period(1912-1926)

LumberSince the Edo period(1603-1867)

Advancementof munitionsindustries

Plywood
introduced
1903

1887 Yamaha manufactures organs

Woodworking
machines

1896

Automobiles andmotorcycles

War ends
Around 1879

Sewing machines

1939

Power looms

Machine tools

Loom manufacturing

TextilesAerospace
Transport machinery
General machinery
Optoelectronics industries
Lumber

Propeller
manufacturing
1921

Around 1932 several musical instrument plants built

Electronics

Electronics
Musical instruments

Source: Shizuoka Prefecture Hamamatsu New Technopolis Initiative Promotion Council

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Hamamatsu: The Birthplace and Modern-Day Center ofJapan’s Manufacturing Tradition
Numerous world-famous companies currently based in Hamamatsu were actually founded, developed andreached their current level of success here. What is it about Hamamatsu, seemingly an ordinary regional city,that facilitated their development? The answer is that all the factors necessary for business growth are present
in Hamamatsu. Hamamatsu is located in the center of Japan, close to large cities like Tokyo and Osaka. It has
the yaramaika spirit, the local mentality which encourages people to challenge themselves. This supports thedevelopment of new businesses. Hamamatsu also has available technologies for every industry, and strong
support networks for businesses thanks to ties between industry, academia, government and funding sources.
Hamamatsu’s story is one of industrial growth and success.

Home to World-Class Companies
Hamamatsu has developed into a center of manufacturing, led by the city’s three major industries: textiles,
musical instruments and motorbike production. More recently, the automobile, optic and electronic industries
have rapidly developed, and strong networks comprising of big businesses, small and medium-sizedcompanies, and start-ups, which possess unique or outstanding technology in their fields have been created.
Besides efforts to speed up the development of cooperation between the engineering industry and fields
such as aerospace, medicine and agriculture, leading global technology clusters are also being developed infields such as optics, electronics and transportation vehicles. In order to remain world-leaders in their fields,
these clusters have adopted a global approach in all their activities, ranging from research and development
to skills training and market expansion. Leading global manufacturers Toyota and Honda, began in the Hamamatsu area. Other Hamamatsu-based companies that have developed into global enterprises include Suzuki,
Yamaha, Kawai, Roland, and Hamamatsu Photonics. Hamamatsu city continues to provide the world withmotorcycles, automobiles, pianos, electronic musical instruments, and optical technology.
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City of Industry- Interactive -Suzuki Plaza

Industrial Tourism

Industrial tourism draws on the unique

Suzuki Plaza

industrial resources of Hamamatsu to offer
visitors the chance to learn about the growthof different industries in the city throughhands-on experience and on-site observation.
Feel the yaramaika spirit of the Hamamatsu’s inhabitants, which has led to the production of numerous new industries andglobal companies.

Suzuki Plaza

The headquarters of Suzuki, famous

In addition to our famous manufacturing

throughout the world as a producer ofindustries, Hamamatsu is also home to

two-wheeled and four-wheeled vehicles,

thriving agricultural and fishing industries.

is located in Hamamatsu, and next to it is

Witness first-hand how Hamamatsu’s
specialty products are made, and taste thedelectable results for yourself!

the Suzuki Plaza.
The plaza has many products that weremade since the company’s establishment
in 1909 as a weaving machine factory andthe current car making process is also on
display in various exhibitions.

8 HAMAMATSU CITYTakayanagi Memorial Hall

In 1926, TAKAYANAGI Kenjiro became the first

person to successfully produce an electronic
image using a CRT picture tube while working at
Hamamatsu Technical High School (currently the
Faculty of Engineering of Shizuoka University). The
first image was the hand-written Japanese character “イ”. The memorial hall is located at the HamaTakayanagi Memorial Hall, Shizuoka University

matsu campus of Shizuoka University, the birthplaceof television.

Honda Soichiro Craftsmanship Center
H O N D A S o i c h i ro i s t h e f o u n d e r o f g l o b a ltransportation equipment manufacturer, Honda. This
great entrepreneur was born in what is now Tenryu
ward in Hamamatsu City. The Craftsmanship Centerset up in HONDA Soichiro’s hometown introduces
visitors to his character and spirit of craftsmanship,and displays anecdotes from his childhood days andearly motorcycles.

Honda Soichiro Craftsmanship Center

Yamaha Innovation Road
Yamaha’s history as a musical instrument manufacturer started in 1887 with Reed Organ
Repairs. Innovation Road is an exhibition which displays the history of the company and thechallenges faced until now. It also offers a glimpse into future projects.

Yamaha Innovation Road

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City of Music

Hamamatsu International Piano Competition

Home to World-Class Musical Instrument Companies

Hamamatsu has come to be known as one of Japan’s prime industrial centers

for the production of textiles, motorcycles, and powerboats, but it is also a leader
in the musical instrument industry, especially for pianos. We have great pride in
the excellence of our technology which is recognized not only by the nation, butby the entire world. Since Hamamatsu is known as the home of several of theworld’s leading instrument manufacturers such as Yamaha, Kawai and Roland,
the city is ideally suited to be a city of music.

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The “City of Music” Movement

The “City of Music” movement has given rise to a number ofpolicies and cultural projects since its inception in 1981. Some
examples include international competitions and public
performances of the highest caliber, the establishment of ACT
City and the Museum of Musical Instruments, and various
activities initiated by the residents.
This musical culture is an irreplaceable treasure fosteredby the residents. Hamamatsu is determined to realize its goals
as “a city of music” in which tradition, the arts and lifelong
learning are balanced with our other achievements.

Museum of Musical Instruments
Japan’s only municipally-owned musical instrument
museum is located conveniently
by ACT City near Hamamatsu
station. Besides exhibits
focusing on period instruments,
the museum also offers
various lectures and concerts
throughout the year.

Hamamatsu Museum of Musical Instruments

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City of Tourism- History and Culture -Hamamatsu Castle

Our Unique History and Culture3

Hamamatsu abounds with unique historicsites and cultural treasures such as Hamamatsu
Castle and Takane Castle. Experience traditional

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Japanese culture first-hand by taking part in atea ceremony at the Shointei teahouse or byvisiting the Japanese garden of Ryotanji Temple
which was designated as a place of outstanding
beauty by the national government.

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The young TOKUGAWA Ieyasu built Hamamatsu Castle andused it as his initial base for various battles. He eventuallybecame the ruler of all of Japan. The castle became known as
the Castle of Success as many of its lords were appointed tohigh ranks by the Tokugawa Shogunate later in the Edo period.
It is also known for its nozurazumi-style stone walls.

Statue of Tokugawa Ieyasu

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Akiha Shrine

Takane Castle

Shuyoji Temple

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Shointei Teahouse

Kohokugozan (Five Temples North of Lake Hamana)

Located close to the center of the Tokaido road, the northern area of Lake Hamana is ahistoric area which played an important role as a bridge between the east and west of Japan,
both culturally and historically. There are five temples in the area known as the Kohokugozan,
which are famous for their beautiful gardens and status as designated national cultural assets.
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You can immerse yourself in thehistory of the temples and enjoy
their changing scenery throughout
the four seasons.
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Shosan Horinji Temple

Ryotanji Temple

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Hokoji Temple

Makayaji Temple

Daifukuji Temple

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1City of Tourism- Festivals -Hamamatsu Festival

Our Unique Local Festivals

Hamamatsu is home to a diverse array of

unique cultural assets including many festivals

3and events rooted in the surrounding area andlives of the people. These assets emerged and4were passed down as part of the locals’ lives,contributing to Hamamatsu’s unique culture
and the individuality of the region.

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Hamamatsu Festival

A dynamic and vibrant festival where roughly 170 kites dance wildly in kite battles inthe skies above the Nakatajima Sand Dunes, while elaborate portable shrines and floats
are paraded through the streets of downtown to the sounds of bugles and taiko drums.
The atmosphere of the city is transformed by the festival which attracts many participants
and spectators alike. It is held during the national holidays from May 3rd to May 5th called
Golden Week.
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Kawai Hananomai Dance

Akiha Fire Festival

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Hiyondori Fire Dance
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Diverse Musical Festivals

In Hamamatsu, the city of music, there are many musicalevents. Besides promenade concerts performed by bothstudent and local brass bands on street corners, there arealso events such as “Jazz Week”, a local jazz festival, andPrincess Road Procession

the Yaramaika music festival by the local residents. Everyone
can play and enjoy music together.
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City of Tourism- Abundant Nature -Bentenjima Hot Spring Resort

Nakatajima
Sand Dunes

An Expansive City With
Abundant Nature

one of the three largest sandvariety of natural environments – thedunes in Japan. The dunes

Akaishi Mountains in the north, theare also well-known for the

Enshunada coast in the south, thebeautiful wind patterns inTenryu River in the east and Lakethe sand, which constantly

Hamana in the west. Breathtaking

change depending on the strength and direction ofnatural beauty can be enjoyed at

the wind. Every year from early summer to fall,scenic locations throughout the city.

The Nakatajima Dunes isloggerhead turtles come here to lay their eggs.

Hamamatsu is surrounded by aAs well as being a vibrant andindustrial city, Hamamatsu also
co-exists in harmony with its abundantnatural surroundings such as theforests that cover 66% of the cityarea.

Enshunada Coast

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Tenryu RiverHot Springs

Hamamatsu’s hot springs include the nationally renowned Kanzanji, as well as Bentenjima,

Yuto and Mikkabi. Each hot spring provides a unique experience with different views of Lake
Hamana and famed local hot spring waters.

Mikkabi Hot Spring

Kanzanji Hot Spring Resort

Outdoor Sports

Enjoy outdoor activities such as water sports, cycling, hiking or fishing in the beautiful natural

surroundings of the Enshunada Coast, Lake Hamana, the Tenryu River and the Akaishi Mountains.

Mount Fuji

When Japan is mentioned, there are many who think of Mount Fuji. Located in Shizuoka

prefecture, the same prefecture as Hamamatsu, it is Japan’s biggest mountain. When theweather is clear, Mount Fuji can be seen from Hamamatsu.
As an object of worship since ancient times, it has been the subject of many works of art,such as the ukiyo-e paintings
that have influenced the work of
Mt.Fujieven foreign artists. Recognized
for its influence, Mount Fuji wasdesignated a World Heritage

Tokyo

Cultural Site in June 2013.

Hamamatsu
Mount Fuji
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Specialty Products“Hamamatsu Brand”
Specialty Products

Lumber and Tea

Blessed with abundant natural resources

clear water flowing in from the mountains.

from the sea, lake and mountains surrounding

Forests, accounting for 66% of Hamamatsu’s

the city, Hamamatsu boasts one of thetotal area, stretch protectively aroundhighest agricultural production values of

the river. Most of this forest has received

any Japanese city. Tenryu Forest is one ofa Forest Management certification fromthe few man-made forests in Japan createdthe Germany-based Forest Stewardshipby plantations of cedar and cypress trees.

Council (FSC) and is used as a supply of

Many different types of flowers are grownhigh-quality lumber.

The Tenryu River has a plentiful supply ofin the region, notably gerbera daisies and

The tea cultivated in the midst of suchchrysanthemums. Hamamatsu also has aa magnificent natural environment has athriving fishing industry and Lake Hamana

flavor that perfectly harmonizes both theis renowned for its eel production.

umami and the astringency of the tea, making
it one of the products that Hamamatsu

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takes pride in.

EelHamamatsu is best known throughout thecountry for its eel which is sourced from Lake
Hamana. Eel production in Lake Hamana
began in earnest during the Meiji Era (1868 1912). Eel fry are also caught locally during
the winter. Strolling around town, you will
come across many shops selling grilled eel
straight from local fish farms.

Mandarin Oranges

The coast of Lake Hamana is known for its

warm climate and abundant sunshine,
ideal conditions for mandarin ora n g ecultivation. Aoshima mandarin oranges arepraised throughout the country for theircharacteristic sweetness and juiciness thatsets them apart from other varieties.

Gerbera Daisies

Hamamatsu has a flourishing flower

industry and locally produced gerbera daisies,
which are available all year round, accountfor the highest market share in Japan.
The flowers are grown mainly in Shonai andKanzanji near Lake Hamana, and are sent allover the country, particularly to Kansai and
the Tokyo metropolitan area. Gerbera daisies
come in many different shapes and colors,
and are used for a wide variety of purposessuch as wedding displays and gift bouquets.

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Global City

Hamamatsu International Summit on Intercity Collaboration 2019

Global City - Hamamatsu
Characteristic 1 Home to International Corporations and Talent
Hamamatsu is home to both international corporations such as Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and
Hamamatsu Photonics, and talented individuals. It has also given rise to a wide range ofadvanced technologies and industries that contribute to the global development of industry.

Characteristic 2 Cultural Diversity
In Hamamatsu, there are many opportunities to come into contact with and learn about othercultures due to many citizens having experience working overseas, and the diversity of foreign
residents who live and work here.

Characteristic 3 The City of Music Movement
Making the most of Hamamatsu’s musical instrument industry led by the musical instrumentcompanies of Yamaha, Kawai and Roland, we have consistently devoted our efforts todeveloping the city through the universal language of music. Among these efforts, theHamamatsu International Piano Competition has received high praise from both domestic andinternational musical circles as a gateway to success for young pianists.

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Cooperation with World Cities andInternational Organizations

Hamamatsu is a member of the United Cities andLocal Governments (UCLG) network. Through its
participation in UCLG, it is engaged in solving challenges
facing cities of the world while also broadening its
personnel and information network as it aims to solve
many of its own challenges.

In 2017, Hamamatsu joined the Intercultural cities
programme organized by the Council of Europe withthe aim of cooperating with other countries to build aIntercultural Cities and Utilizing Diversity in City
Development 2017 Hamamatsu
community that can take advantage of diversity.
The city has also made use of its advantages as a city of music and became affiliated with

the UNESCO Creative Cities in the Field of Music. Through cooperation with other cities in the
network, Hamamatsu aims to create a new music culture while spreading Hamamatsu’s music
culture to the world

Social Cohesion — City Development Through Diversity —In Japan, due to the enactment of the Revised
Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition
Act in 1990, the number of “newcomers”, i.e.
resident foreigners, such as Nikkeijin (people ofJapanese descent who emigrated from Japanand their descendants) from South America hasrisen quickly. These newcomers gather inindustrial cities like Hamamatsu and work
towards becoming permanent residents.
Recently, with the increased acceptance ofForeign Residents Study Support Center U-ToC

foreign workers by the national government,
there has also been an increase in the numberof Asian immigrants in Hamamatsu fromcountries such as Vietnam.
There are currently over 20,000 foreign
re s i d e n t s l i v i n g i n H a m a m a t s u , a n d t h epopulation of the Brazilian residents in the city is

the biggest in the country.
Both Japanese and foreign residents ofHamamatsu work together for the realizationo f a n i n t e rc u l t u r a l c i t y b a s e d o n m u t u a lunderstanding and respect.

Hamamatsu Cup “Samba Festival 2019”

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Facilities for Events
A City for International
Conventions and Tourism

Hamamatsu is located roughly

midway between Tokyo and Osakaand is easily accessible by the
Tokaido Shinkansen (bullet train)
and Tomei Expressway, both ofwhich pass through the city.
Hamamatsu is also home to ACTCity, a large convention center
which hosts numerous events andinternational conventions held bya variety of organizations.
The city’s unique tourist attractions
are a perfect complement to any
convention or event.

Convention and Event
SupportThe H amamatsu an d L a k e

Hamana Tourism Bureau Foundation
are available to help ensure yourconvention or event is a success.
Contact: Hamamatsu and Lake
Hamana Tourism Bureau
Email: info@hamacon.net

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ACT City Hamamatsu

ACT City Hamamatsu- Symbol of Our City -ACT Tower is the 212m tall building located in frontof JR Hamamatsu Station. ACT City is the complex
around ACT Tower and consists of a hotel andshopping center. ACT City also has facilities available
to host international conventions.
Exhibition and Event Hall

Concert Hall

Main Hall

Facilities for Sports Events

Hamamatsu has two facilities that are capable of hosting international sporting events such as

basketball and volleyball tournaments, and satisfying both athletes and spectators: theHamamatsu Arena which has the capacity to hold up to 8000 people and the ToBiO swimming
facility which is equipped with an internationally recognized 50m pool and diving pool.

Sports Event at ToBiOSports Event at Hamamatsu Arena

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SDGs Action

Towards the Realization of the Hamamatsu City
Vision and SDGs
Hamamatsu is promoting urban management

The Annual Hamamatsu Strategic Planby effectively combining administrative

contains the budget and responsibilities ofresources and local resources while

different departments, as well as related SDGs

cooperating with diverse local stakeholders.

goals and targets. In 2020, the plan consisted

The Hamamatsu City Future Vision (Basicof 113 policies and 840 projects.

C o n c e p t i o n ) , t h e c o m p re h e n s i v e p l a n

The Hamamatsu SDGs Promotion Platform

describing the ideal future for the city in thewas established in May 2019 to promote

next 30 years starting from 2015, was createdvarious activities through mutual exchange,in line with the goals and ideals of the SDGs.

informationexchange,andcollaboration

Hamamatsu is working toward the realization

among members. Stakeholders from variousof the goals in the City Vision through a 3-Stage

fields such as businesses and NPOs joined asplan while promoting initiatives to solve themembers. In September 2019, we also

common problems put forth by the SDGs.

undertook the Voluntary Local Review (VLR),

The city’s efforts in the fields of forestry,showing our deep commitment to theenergy and interculturalism were also

realization of the SDGs.

recognized by the government and Hamamatsu
was selected as a SDGs Future City in 2018.

Vision For The Future:“ ʽCreative City Hamamatsu, Shining Into
The Future’ Built on Civil Collaboration”

1-YearPlan

10-Year
Plan

Hamamatsu City
Future Vision
Hamamatsu City
1st Promotion Plan
Strategic(Basic Plan)
Plan

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30-Year
Plan

Hamamatsu City
Future Vision(Basic Conception)

Solar Panels near Lake Hamana

Intercultural Inclusion

Tenryu Forest

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Four Seasons of Hamamatsu

SpringSummerFall

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Published in March 2021