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Murakami Salmon Culture

Also written: 村上の鮭文化 · 村上的鲑鱼文化

The salmon-based food culture, dating back to the Heian period, and the traditional sight of salmon hung from the eaves of machiya (traditional townhouses) are regarded as a distinctive and fascinating part of Japanese culture.

Niigata Chubu Culture & Tradition

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Murakami Salmon Culture in Niigata – The salmon-based food culture, dating back to the Heian period, and the traditional sight of salmon hung from the eaves of machiya (traditional townhouses) are regarded as a distinctive and fascinating part of Japanese culture. In Tokyo/Kanto, big chains and independents coexist, price from ¥100 to luxury. Seasonal twist: cherry blossoms, summer matsuri, winter illum, pedestrian paradise on weekends. 2h walk yields shopping + rest. Etiquette: keep to side for photos, don't block registers, use cashless to speed. Access: Yamanote, metro, 5-min walk from nearest station, Suica tap.