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  • Murayama City is located in the central part of Yamagata Prefecture, surrounded by Ou Mountain Range to the east and Dewa Hill to the west, and is a town rich in nature with a population of approximately 25,000.
    Mogami River, which was also mentioned in Basho Matsuo's "Oku-no-hosomichi North," flows to the north, so please enjoy a stroll through the charming Murayama.

Recommended sightseeing spots

  • "Mogami River Three Rapids Boat Ride"

    The Mogami Mogami River, which flows throughout Yamagata Prefecture, was once used as a route for river transport, and boats would travel down it through three difficult sections known as Goten, Mikanose/Hayabusa.

    On board, you can enjoy the boatman's stories and boat songs.

    Time required:5-minute walk
    Contact Us:0237-56-3535
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  • Ryujin Suspension Bridge
    This is a 157-meter-long suspension bridge connecting Kurhaus Goten and the Rural Culture Preservation and Transmission Center.
    This is a suspension bridge that offers a panoramic view of Mogami River.

    Time required:About 10-minute walk
    Contact Us:0237-55-2111
  • Soba Noodle Making Dojo - Noson Densho No Ie
    After crossing Ryujin Suspension Bridge, you will find the Soba Noodle Making Dojo and Noson Densho No Ie.At Noson Densho No Ie, you can experience making authentic soba noodles.*Reservation required

    Time required:15-minute walk
    Contact Us:0237-53-3277
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  • Higashizawa Rose Park
    With an area of 7 hectares and 20,000 roses of approximately 750 varieties from all over the world in bloom, it is the largest rose garden in Japan.The best time to visit is from late May to early September, and in 2001 it was designated as one of the "100 Best Fragrant Landscapes" by the Ministry of Ministry of the Environment.

    Time required:About 15-minute drive
    Contact Us:0237-53-5655
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  • Mogami Tokunai Memorial Hall
    This is a memorial museum built to commemorate the achievements of Tokunai Mogami, an explorer of the northern regions during the Edo period.There are many documents on display, giving you a sense of the grand romance of that time.

    Time required:Approximately 7 minutes by car
    Contact Us:0237-55-3003
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  • Hayashizaki Iai Shrine
    This shrine is dedicated to Hayashizaki Hayashizaki Jinsuke Shigenobu ko (historic title), and is worshipped throughout Japan as the god of Iaido and martial arts.

    Time required:Approximately 16 minutes by car
    Contact Us:0237-53-2209
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Gourmet Spots

~Mogami River Three Rapids Soba Road~

  • Murayama City is known as the birthplace of Soba Kaido (soba noodle street) in the prefecture, and 14 restaurants, each passionate about their ingredients and techniques, compete to showcase their skills.
    The restaurant inside Kurhaus Goten is also the 9th stop on Soba Kaido (soba noodle street).It is made using locally grown buckwheat flour and is renowned for its rich aroma and firm texture.

【The Three Difficult Passes of the Murayama Mogami River　Soba Kaido (soba noodle street)】

Nearby tourist attractions

Kahoku Town

  • Benibana Museum
    Former Horigome Residence, which was built by a family that made their fortune as Benibana Merchants during the Edo period, has been restored and is now Benibana Museum.Approximately 5,000 items from that time are on display, including weapons, ornaments, and ancient documents.

    Time required:Approximately 12 minutes by car
    Contact Us:0237-73-3500
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  • Yachi Hachimangu Shrine
    A shrine located in Kahoku Town, Nishimurayama County, Yamagata Prefecture.Its former rank was that of a prefectural shrine, but it is currently a special shrine under the Association of Shinto Shrines.The main deity enshrined here is Emperor Emperor Ojin .

    Time required:About 15-minute drive
    Contact Us:0237-72-2149
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