Heartwarming Rural Time: Embrace Warmth in Salmon city Murakami
Murakami City, the northernmost jewel of Niigata Prefecture. This town once flourished as a port of call for Kitamae ships and as a castle town full of atmosphere. In this area where the footprints of history remain, the ruins of castles, samurai houses, townhouses, and temple towns are carefully preserved, and you can still feel the breath of the good old days.
As you walk through the winding alleys surrounded by black walls, you will feel as if you have jumped into a movie. Above all, the warmth of the people who live here soothes your heart. If you talk to them, they will guide you to the back of the townhouse, and they are all such friendly people.
In addition, Murakami City is a treasure trove of gourmet food. You can enjoy the blessings of the four seasons, from fresh wild vegetables in spring to freshly picked salmon in autumn, and the famous Murakami beef, Murakami tea, Japanese sake, and handmade soy sauce. And speaking of Murakami, “salted salmon”. Please enjoy its deep taste.
There are also facilities where you can enjoy hot springs along the sea, and it is also a real pleasure unique to the Sea of Japan to be able to enjoy the beautiful sunset of the Sea of Japan and the magic hour when the sea is dyed bright red while soaking in the footbath.
A stay at an old folk inn promises a special experience. In the warmth of the hearth, you can spend a moment talking with the locals while enjoying seasonal country cuisine made with local ingredients. The experience of harvesting wild vegetables and vegetables should also make you feel nostalgic, as if you were returning to the countryside. Forget about busyness and surrender yourself to the “luxury time” of doing nothing.
Why don’t you spend a special time in Murakami City that will warm your heart? This town will be a place that will stay in your heart forever!
Murakami can be reached from Tokyo in 2.5 hours by Shinkansen and local trains.