East Route
Day3
Unagi Pie Factory
Unagi Pie Factory prides itself in their signature pastry – the unagi pie. Unagi means eel in Japanese, but don't let that peculiar ingredient fool you. Each unagi pie pastry is delicately made by hand with the exact same recipe since its release in 1961. The perfect crunch and sweetness of it will leave you wanting for more. Entering their factory, you will be greeted with its irresistible aroma wafting in the air as you witness firsthand how the Unagipie Artisan carefully bake them into perfection.
Location: 748-51 Okubocho, Hamamatsu, Nishi-Ku, Shizuoka Prefecture 432-8006
Opening Hours: 10:00 – 17:30 (Unagi Pie Café's last order: 17:30)
https://www.unagipai-factory.jp/ (Japanese)
https://www.inhamamatsu.com/factory/unagi-pie-factory.php (English)
Suzuki Plaza
Renowned as one of the top brands worldwide, Suzuki's history began in 1909 as a loom manufacturer. As years passed, they adapted to what the consumers wanted and became a powerhouse in the car industry. Suzuki Plaza will take you to a time warp as it narrates the evolution of Suzuki through its dynamic exhibits. It shows all the various products and machines it has ever created over the course of its century-long history.
Location: 1301 Zouracho, Minami-Ku, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture 432-8062
Opening Hours: 9:00 – 16:00
Regular rest days: every Monday, New Years, Summer break, etc.
Admission Fee: Free
https://www.suzuki-rekishikan.jp/english/
Hamamatsu Gyoza
Japanese-style dumplings, more commonly known as gyoza, are the most popular food in Hamamatsu next to eels. The way it is fried and served in a circular shape like a sunflower became the city's signature look of this dish topped with bean sprouts in the center.
Yamaha Innovation Road
Innovation Road represents the advancements made in Yamaha's history as one of the pioneers in the music industry. It features 12 interactive exhibit areas that include video and audio to fully capture the essence of its brand. The interactivity will also engage your kids to want to learn more. One of its highlights is a digital library with a touch screen display that has full access to all the data about Yamaha's history and products. Other features include a super-surround theatre with Yamaha's trademark 3D sound technology, and a virtual stage with automated instruments that'll make you feel like you're in a live performance.
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