Murakami House

Overview

Murakami House is a gassho-style farmhouse in Kaminashi, Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture, designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. This impressive four-story building with a thatched roof was built approximately 200 years ago. Inside, you'll find an irori (traditional sunken hearth), and exhibits showcasing tools and artifacts that offer a glimpse into the lives of past generations. It's the largest and most impressive gassho-style house in Gokayama. The exhibits within the house depict daily life, and you can see tools used in those times. Guided tours are available for a more in-depth understanding. Murakami House is one of the best-preserved buildings in the Gokayama Gassho-style village, offering a truly authentic experience of the past. The building itself is strikingly beautiful and perfect for photography. When visiting Gokayama, be sure to stop by Murakami House!