Shurijo Castle

“A scarlet Ryukyuan palace where 450 years of lost kingdom linger.”

Art & ArchitectureBeautiful SceneryHistoryInsta-worthy

Shurijo Castle, a World Heritage site located in Naha, Okinawa is a magnificent castle and former royal palace to the King of the Ryukyu Kingdom which existed between 1429 and 1879. With heavy Chinese influence when the castle was built in the 14th Century, the design and vibrant colors are a pleasant sight to behold. Unfortunately the vast majority of the castle was destroyed during the Second World War, but the reconstructions together with remains of the original have brought this magnificent castle back to life. Get a taste of the lost Ryukyu culture and ways of life exploring the grounds and buildings of this vast castle and palace during your stay in the tropical Okinawa!

Photograph provided by Shurijo Castle Park and Okinawa Convention&Visitors Bureau

Spot NameShurijo Castle
Postal Code〒903-0815
Address1-2 Kinjocho, Shuri, Naha City, Okinawa
Telephone Number098-886-2020
Official URLhttp://oki-park.jp/shurijo/en/
KeywordsArt & Architecture, Beautiful Scenery, History, Insta-worthy

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Frequently asked questions

What is Shurijo Castle?
A scarlet Ryukyuan palace where 450 years of lost kingdom linger.
Where is Shurijo Castle?
Shurijo Castle is located at 1-2 Kinjocho, Shuri, Naha City, Okinawa.
Can I visit Shurijo Castle with a local guide?
Yes. WOW U lists activities around Shurijo Castle hosted by Locals, the local guides who live in the area.
What is WOW U?
WOW U is a booking platform that connects travellers directly with local guides in Japan, called Locals. You book, message your Locals host and pay on WOW U, and every experience can be reviewed afterwards. More than 6,100 Locals are registered on WOW U. Reviews left by travellers average 4.7 out of 5.