Book a hotel near Murakami Family Residence, Nanto

If you are the kind of person that is curious about everything, you'll be sure to have a great time at Murakami Family Residence.

It's located in Toyama, a place that may not be on every traveler's radar. It sits 170 miles (274 kilometers) outside of Tokyo, the nation's capital.

Plan ahead when you're searching for hotel options nearby. There aren't any in the immediate vicinity, but you'll find plenty a little farther out. Venture 30 miles (48 kilometers) and you'll discover Takayama, along with 33 places to stay. Frequented by fellow travelers are the Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan, Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan and Oyado Koto No Yume.

Some of us simply aren't morning people. If you got up feeling a bit lethargic, a hot cup of joe at 作助 (737 上梨, Nanto) is a terrific way to jump-start the day. You can enjoy another bite of the area's food scene at 庄九郎 (富山県南砺市上梨651).

Other Things to Do Near Murakami Family Residence

• If you're yearning to get more in touch with your spiritual self, pay a visit to Hakusan Shrine, where you might be able to join other worshipers praying for happiness, health and good luck.
• A tour of Ainokura Folklore Museum, a popular history museum, is sure to be both enjoyable and informative.
• A walk around Ainokura Gassho-zukuri Village will seem like a revival of the past.
• While not the most grand or well-known museum, Gunpowder Ingredient Museum might still be worth visiting if you're passionate about learning.
• If you couldn't get to the more well-known museums, give your knowledge a boost at Gokayama Folklore Museum.