Shikina-en

Shikina-en spans across 42,000 square meters of woodland, featuring a central pond, stone bridges, and wooden palace buildings with red tile roofs.

The garden, constructed in 1799, served as a second residence for Ryukyu kings and a reception venue for Chinese envoys until its destruction in 1945.

The garden combines Japanese landscaping principles with Okinawan architectural elements, including traditional tatami rooms and Chinese-influenced hexagonal pavilions.

Located three kilometers from Shuri Castle, the garden opens daily except Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with admission fees of 400 yen for adults.

Two distinct stone bridges cross the central pond to reach small islands, including one constructed from unshaped limestone boulders and another made from a single rock.

Location: Naha

Inception: 1799

Part of: Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu

Website: https://city.naha.okinawa.jp/kankou/bunkazai/shikinaen.html

GPS coordinates: 26.20417,127.71528

Latest update: May 13, 2025 14:13