Naha: 1.5h Shurijo Castle Tour into the Heart of Ryukyu Morning visit
ID: GYG1051945-O-1619063
Category:
Country: Ecuador
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Explore Shurijo Castle on a guided tour in Okinawa. Learn about the Ryukyu Kingdom, admire the striking architecture, and witness the “Opening Gate Ceremony” at sunrise with the early morning option.
Begin your journey at Shurijo Castle, the heart of Ryukyuan politics, diplomacy, and spiritual life. Admire the striking vermilion buildings, the gracefully curved limestone walls, and the sacred presence within the castle grounds.
Explore multiple Utaki (sacred sites) that still remain inside, and from the highest point of the castle, gaze toward Kudaka Island, revered as the birthplace of life in Ryukyuan mythology.
Learn about the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which was not ruled by military power, but through rituals, diplomacy, and flourishing maritime trade. Discover how the castle was built to express the sacred authority of the king and the kingdom’s guiding principles of peace and international openness.
Choose the optional early morning plan to witness the rare “Opening Gate Ceremony,” performed only at sunrise.
Highlights
- Feel the sacred presence of Shurijo Castle, a symbol of peace and diplomacy
- Discover the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom with a local guide
- Admire the striking vermilion buildings and gracefully curved limestone walls
- Learn about the kingdom’s guiding principles of peace and international openness
- Witness the “Opening Gate Ceremony” at sunrise with the early morning option
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The central Seiden (Main Hall) was destroyed by fire in recent years and is being reconstructed.
The tour offers a chance to witness the Opening Gate Ceremony, performed only at sunrise.
The meeting point for the tour is in front of Shureimon Gate. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign that says “DeepExperience.” Please refer to the map for more details.
INCLUDED
- 1.5-hour guided walk through Shurijo Castle's main areas
- Local expert guide
- Optional early morning Opening Gate Ceremony
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
