Gushikawa Castle, Kumejima

Name: Gushikawa Castle
Address: Kumejima, Japan

#2 among attractions in Kumejima

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Gushikawa Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Kumejima, Okinawa, on Kume Island. It was built in the 15th century. The Miifugaa rock formation can be seen from the castle. ()

Local name: 具志川城 Built: XV centuryCoordinates: 26°22'60"N, 126°45'4"E

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Gushikawa Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Uegusuku Castle, Kumejima Museum, Uegusuku Castle, Chinaha Castle.

1.3 miE
Forts and castles
Uegusuku Castle, Kumejima
33 min walk • Uegusuku Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Kumejima, Okinawa, on Kume Island. It was the home to the Aji of Kume Magiri before the 16th century. It is now a ruined castle.
3 miS
Specialty museum, Museum
Kumejima Museum, Kumejima
77 min walk • Kumejima Museum, formerly the Kumejima Centre for Nature and Culture, opened in 2000 in Kumejima, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It displays exhibits relating to the natural and cultural history of Kume Island.
1.2 miE
Forts and castles
Uegusuku Castle, Kume Island
32 min walk • Uegusuku Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Tomigusuku, Okinawa. The castle is in ruins.
2.9 miS
Forts and castles
Chinaha Castle, Kume Island
74 min walk • Chinaha Castle, also known as Ishikinawa Castle, is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Kumejima, Okinawa, on Kume Island. It was built on a cliff to control the Shirase River.

Gushikawa Castle, Kumejima

Facts and practical information

Gushikawa Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Uegusuku Castle, Kumejima

Kumejima Museum, Kumejima

Uegusuku Castle, Kume Island

Chinaha Castle, Kume Island