Murayama

Murayama is a city in Yamagata Prefecture in northeast Japan, located within a river valley formed by the Mogami River. The area sits between branches of the Ōu Mountains and features farmland as its primary landscape.

The city was formed in 1954 when Tateoka town merged with several surrounding villages. This consolidation created the modern community that exists today.

The city hosts seasonal markets where local craftspeople display handmade goods and farmers sell regional agricultural products. These gatherings reflect the connection between the community and the surrounding farming areas.

The city is accessible by train through East Japan Railway services, including the Yamagata Shinkansen and Ōu Main Line. Highway access is available via National Routes 13 and 347 for those traveling by car.

The city has maintained an official partnership with Yakutsk in Russia since 1992. This connection enables ongoing cultural exchanges between the Japanese and Russian communities.

Location: Yamagata Prefecture

Inception: November 1, 1954

Reference: 062081

Shares border with: Sagae, Higashine, Obanazawa, Kahoku, Oishida, Okura, Funagata

Website: https://city.murayama.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 38.48333,140.38028

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:00