Shuri Castle - Wikipedia
WEBShuri Castle (首里城, Shuri-jō, Okinawan: Sui Ugusuku [3]) is a Ryukyuan gusuku castle in Shuri, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Between 1429 and 1879, it was the palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, before becoming largely neglected. In 1945, during the Battle of Okinawa, it was almost completely destroyed.
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WEBShuri Castle (首里城, Shurijō) served as the administrative center and residence of the Ryukyu kings for several centuries until Okinawa became a Japanese prefecture in 1879. The castle is included as one of the UNESCO World Heritage designated Castles of the Ryukyu Kingdom sites.
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WEBShuri was the capital of Okinawa until the 1870s. It is now part of Naha, the new capital. Shuri Castle is one of five castles designated by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. The striking red "brick" roof tiles are a hallmark of Okinawa, and very different from castles elsewhere in Japan.
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WEB1-2 Kinjocho Shuri, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. 098-886-2020. SHURIJO CASTLE PARK. Discover the history of Shurijo Castle, the political and cultural heart of the Ryukyu Kingdom.
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WEBMar 14, 2013 · At the Eastern end of the Silk Road was Okinawa, or the Ryukyu Islands. A confluence of Japan and Chinese interests, the rulers at Shuri Castle skillfully balanced patronage from both nations, while weaving their own …
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WEBFeb 16, 2024 · Shuri Castle (首里城) is a historically significant site located in Naha, the capital city of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It is recognized as a National Treasure, one of Japan Top 100 Castles, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It served as the royal palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom.
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WEBNov 14, 2023 · Shuri Castle was the administrative center and royal residence of the Ryukyu Kingdom, significantly influencing the kingdom’s political and cultural life for over 500 years, until Okinawa became part of Japan in 1879.
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WEBMay 25, 2012 · Shuri-jo is situated at the top of a small hill overlooking Naha, a few minutes' ride from the city on its fun monorail. It's the only intact gusuku, or Ryukyuan castle, though it's a reconstruction of the original structure, which was almost destroyed during the Battle of Okinawa.
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WEBShuri Castle was located in what is now Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, on a hill overlooking Naha Port, which was a base for overseas trade, and was surrounded by curving castle walls. Records show that within the walls there were several buildings, including the king's residence, and that there was also land leveling for religious purposes.
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WEBThe castle served as the administrative center for several centuries until Okinawa became a Japanese prefecture in 1879. The castle is listed as one of the Ryukyu Kingdom's castles declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.