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Naha: 1.5h Shurijo Castle Tour into the Heart of Ryukyu
Naha, Okinawa, Japan
$156.35
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Overview
Explore the rich heritage of the Ryukyu Kingdom at Shurijo Castle, the historical heart of Okinawa. Known for its vibrant vermilion buildings and sacred grounds, this UNESCO site showcases the unique blend of politics, religion, and maritime trade that defined the kingdom. A local expert will guide you through the castle's main areas, allowing you to appreciate its architectural beauty and spiritual significance. An optional early morning plan offers the chance to witness the rare “Opening Gate Ceremony” at sunrise. Experience the peaceful essence of Okinawa’s royal history on this insightful 1.5-hour tour.
- 1.5-hour guided tour led by a local expert
- Opportunity to witness the “Opening Gate Ceremony” at sunrise
- Option to include transportation from Naha Airport to Shurijo Castle.
- Discover the historical and spiritual significance of Shurijo Castle
- Explore other UNESCO-listed sites of the Ryukyu Kingdom nearby
- 1.5-hour guided tour led by a local expert
- Opportunity to witness the “Opening Gate Ceremony” at sunrise
- Option to include transportation from Naha Airport to Shurijo Castle.
- Discover the historical and spiritual significance of Shurijo Castle
- Explore other UNESCO-listed sites of the Ryukyu Kingdom nearby
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Naha: 1.5h Shurijo Castle Tour into the Heart of Ryukyu
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Option to include transportation from Naha Airport to Shurijo Castle.
- Local expert guide
- Optional early morning Opening Gate Ceremony
- 1.5-hour guided walk through Shurijo Castle's main areas
- Lunch
Meeting point
If you choose the airport departure option, the meeting point is in front of the ticket gate at Naha Airport Monorail Station. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for more details.
The tour will end in front of the main gate of Shurijo Castle. From here, you can easily access central Naha by monorail, bus, or on foot.
Return details
The tour will end in front of the main gate of Shurijo Castle. From here, you can easily access central Naha by monorail, bus, or on foot.
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Shurijo CastleShurijo Castle, perched on a hill overlooking Naha, served as the royal court and administrative center of the Ryukyu Kingdom from the 15th to 19th century. Unlike the samurai fortresses of mainland Japan, Shurijo was not a military stronghold, but a symbol of peace, spirituality, and diplomacy. Its vermilion buildings, Chinese-inspired details, and curving limestone walls reflect a fusion of Japanese, Chinese, and Ryukyuan culture. Inside the grounds are sacred Utaki, where rituals were performed, and behind the main hall is a lookout toward Kudaka Island, believed to be the spiritual birthplace of life in Ryukyuan mythology. Although the original Seiden (Main Hall) was lost in a 2019 fire, restoration is underway using traditional methods and records. A visit to Shurijo is more than sightseeing—it’s a step into the soul of a kingdom that ruled not by force, but through faith and diplomacy. Its dignified yet open atmosphere still resonates in Okinawa today.
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Naha: 1.5h Shurijo Castle Tour into the Heart of Ryukyu
Naha, Okinawa, Japan
$156.35
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!