Shuri Castle

The Shuri Castle features red-tiled roofs and limestone walls, built on a hilltop overlooking the city of Naha on Okinawa Island.

The castle served as the residence and administrative center of the Ryukyu Kingdom from the 1400s until 1879, when Okinawa became part of Japan.

The architecture combines Chinese, Japanese and Ryukyuan elements, with ornate decorations throughout the halls and gates displaying the rich heritage of the region.

Visitors can access the castle grounds from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM daily through Shureimon Gate, with wheelchair-accessible paths available throughout the complex.

The main hall has been reconstructed multiple times, most recently after the 2019 fire, using traditional Ryukyuan building techniques and materials.

Location: Naha

Inception: 1958

Architectural style: Ryukyuan architecture

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Made from material: Ryukyuan limestone, wood

Part of: Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu, Shurijo Castle Park, 100 Fine Castles of Japan

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:30-19:00

Phone: +81988862020

Website: https://oki-park.jp/shurijo/tc

GPS coordinates: 26.21700,127.71937

Latest update: October 2, 2025 11:49