The beach, where the sun rises and sets over the water, is only 35 minutes from Four Seasons' apartments by bicycle. Beautiful mountains, rivers and waterfalls are less than an hour away by bike. The climate in Hamamatsu is vigorous and changeable. Overall, the climate is similar to that of Tennessee or the Carolinas in the United States. June and July are usually rainy.
Autumn is blustery and cool.
Seasonal sports, such as skiing and wind surfing, are popular among young Japanese, and Four Seasons organizes outdoor activites throughout the year. Teachers at Four Seasons enjoy a nice balance, being able to work in the relative tranquility of Hamamatsu, and play either in the mountains to the north, the beaches to the south, or the huge cities on either side. Contents IV . Nearly all the comforts of home are available in Hamamatsu, but at first shopping can be daunting, as most packaging is in Japanese. The cost of living can seem outrageous, especially if you constantly convert yen to dollars as you shop.