Hamamatsu Flower Park

30-hectare botanical garden bordering Lake Hamana, open since 1970, with seasonal displays ranging from tulips and wisteria to cherry blossom plantings developed specifically for the park. Entry fees fund ongoing horticulture work and the development of new floral displays. A free electric cable car carries visitors up one of the steeper slopes, and a 15-minute locomotive-themed tour bus loops the entire park with five stops, practical for those short on time. Benches appear at regular intervals and most paths are highly accessible. Combination discount tickets cover both the Flower Park and the adjacent Hamamatsu Zoological Garden.