Castles in Okinawa

Okinawa Prefecture has 19 castles, including Nakagusuku Castle and Izena Castle. These sites offer a glimpse into the region's unique historical architecture.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Nakagusuku Castle

Nakagusuku Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore Nakagusuku Castle, a well-preserved 15th-century Okinawan castle ruin and UNESCO World H...

Izena Castle

Izena Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore a historic Okinawan castle ruin with royal connections and archaeological finds.

Chatan Castle

Chatan Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore the large ruins of a historic Okinawan castle, recently returned to Japan.

Furusutobaru Castle

Furusutobaru Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

A 14th-century hilltop fortress site featuring unique coral limestone enclosures and sacred site...

Shimotabaru Castle

Shimotabaru Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore ancient Ryukyu history at this unique coral-walled island castle ruin.

Sashiki Castle

Sashiki Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore Sashiki Castle, a historic Okinawan gusuku and former residence of influential Ryukyuan...

Gushikawa Castle

Gushikawa Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore Gushikawa Castle ruins, a coastal gusuku with historical artifacts and ocean views.

Nago Castle

Nago Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore 14th-century castle ruins and sacred sites, known for cherry blossoms and historical art...

Tamagusuku Castle

Tamagusuku Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Tamagusuku Castle is a historic Okinawan castle ruin with unique rock-carved gates and sacred si...

Aniya Castle

Aniya Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Aniya Castle is a 14th-century Okinawan castle ruin with historical artifacts and worship sites.

Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu

Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore the Ryukyu Kingdom's historical sites, a UNESCO World Heritage, for a glimpse into Okina...

Ōzato Castle

Ōzato Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

A National Historic Site featuring the ruins of a strategic fortress that served the Sho Dynasty...

Iha Castle

Iha Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore ancient castle ruins with unique stonework and archaeological finds, offering a glimpse...

Yamada Castle

Yamada Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore Yamada Castle ruins, a 14th-century gusuku, for a glimpse into Ryukyu history and ancien...

Gushikawa Castle

Gushikawa Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore Gushikawa Castle ruins on Kume Island, a historic site with ocean views.

Zakimi Castle

Zakimi Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Zakimi Castle is a World Heritage gusuku ruin with unique architecture and panoramic views.

Katsuren Castle

Katsuren Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Katsuren Castle is a Ryukyu gusuku offering panoramic ocean views and insight into a united king...

Mie Castle

Mie Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Mie Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku built in 1546 to protect Naha Port.

Yarazamori Castle

Yarazamori Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Yarazamori Castle was a Ryukyuan fortress built to defend Naha Port from pirates.

Urasoe Castle

Urasoe Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Explore Urasoe Castle ruins, a historic Okinawan site with unique coral foundations and signific...

Agena Castle

Agena Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

A national historic site featuring rare double stone walls and a bullfighting ring built within...

Itokazu Castle

Itokazu Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

A national historic site featuring ancient stone ruins and sacred grounds built atop a cliff-pro...

Uegusuku Castle

Uegusuku Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

A historic mountain castle ruin on Kumejima's highest point offering panoramic views of the isla...

Nakijin Castle

Nakijin Castle

OKINAWA · CASTLE

Nakijin Castle is a historic site with castle walls, offering views of the East China Sea.

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