Bentenjima is an island located in Lake Hamana in Nishi Ward, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. The 18m high red torii gate is the symbol tower, and it is known as a scenic spot with a panoramic view of Lake Hamana.
Route to Bentenjima
It takes about 2 hours to reach Bentenjima from central Tokyo via the Tomei Expressway and National Route 1.
The specific route is as follows.
From central Tokyo to Nagoya on the Tomei Expressway
Get off at Hamamatsu Interchange on the Tomei Expressway
The highlights of Bentenjima can be broadly divided into the following three types.
Red Torii
The red torii gate, the symbol tower of Bentenjima, is 18 meters high. We also recommend viewing the red torii gate with the sunset over Lake Hamana in the background.
Lake Hamana
Bentenjima is an island floating in Lake Hamana. We also recommend enjoying cycling and fishing while admiring the beautiful scenery of Lake Hamana.
Bentenjima motorcycle parking lot
There is one motorcycle parking lot on Bentenjima.
Bentenjima Seaside Park Parking Lot
This parking lot is approximately 200m from Bentenjima. The facility has a capacity of approximately 200 vehicles, and bikes are free.
The location is good, so I recommend it.
Summary
Bentenjima is a tourist spot where you can relax and enjoy the view of Lake Hamana. How about enjoying the charms of Bentenjima, such as the red torii gate and Bentendo temple, while touring on a motorcycle?
