Shuri, Naha

Name: Shuri
Address: Naha, Japan

#36 among attractions in Naha

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Shuri is a district of the city of Naha, Okinawa. It was formerly a separate city in and of itself, and the royal capital of the Ryūkyū Kingdom. A number of famous historical sites are located in Shuri, including Shuri Castle, the Shureimon gate, Sunuhyan-utaki, and royal mausoleum Tamaudun, all of which are designated World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. ()

Local name: 首里 Coordinates: 26°13'1"N, 127°43'8"E

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Shuri – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Shuri Castle, Tamaudun, Sonohyan-utaki, Shikina-en.

~1050 ftW
Forts and castles,
Shuri Castle, Naha
6 min walk • Shuri Castle, an emblematic landmark of the city of Naha, Japan, is a testament to the rich history of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Situated on a hilltop offering panoramic views of the city, this reconstructed castle is a symbol of Okinawa's cultural heritage.
~1390 ftW
Sprawling 16th-century royal mausoleum
Tamaudun, Naha
7 min walk • Tamaudun is a historical site nestled in the city of Naha, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, that serves as a solemn reminder of the Ryukyu Kingdom's regal past. This mausoleum, constructed in the early 16th century under the reign of King Sho Shin, is the final resting place...
~770 ftNW
City gate,
Sonohyan-utaki, Naha
4 min walk • Sonohyan-utaki, a historical city gate located in Naha, Japan, stands as a silent witness to the rich cultural heritage of the Ryukyu Kingdom. This stone gate, though modest in appearance, holds profound spiritual significance and was once a key ceremonial site for the...
0.9 miS
Peaceful Ryukyu-era gardens and buildings
Shikina-en, Naha
24 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Naha, Shikina-en is a tranquil oasis that offers a serene escape from the urban environment. This historical park, with its roots tracing back to the 18th century, was constructed for the royal family of the Ryukyu Kingdom as a villa...
~770 ftNW
Historical place
Shureimon, Naha
4 min walk • Shureimon is a gate in the Shuri neighborhood of Naha, the capital of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It is the second of Shuri Castle's main gates.
~1870 ftS
Dam, Park, Lake
Kinjo Dam, Naha
10 min walk • The Kinjo Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Li River in Naha, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It is designated as a cultural property and is located 500 m south of Shuri Castle. Construction on the dam began in 1989 and it was completed in 2000.
0.7 miE
Temple
Okinawa Shrine, Naha
19 min walk • Okinawa Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Naha, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Established at the end of the Taishō period on the site of Shuri Castle, the main hall of which was reused as the haiden, the shrine buildings were destroyed in May 1945 during the Battle of Okinawa.
~730 ftNE
Universities and schools
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts, Naha
4 min walk • Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts is a public university in Naha, Okinawa, Japan, founded in 1986.
1.6 miSW
Universities and schools
Okinawa University, Naha
42 min walk • Okinawa University is a private university in Naha, Okinawa, Japan. The predecessor of the school was founded in 1961, and it was chartered as a university in 1974.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Shuri?

Nearby attractions include Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts, Naha (4 min walk), Sonohyan-utaki, Naha (4 min walk), Shureimon, Naha (4 min walk), Shuri Castle, Naha (6 min walk).

How to get to Shuri by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shuri:

Train

Shuri (12 min walk)
Gibo (14 min walk)

Bus

新川営業所 (26 min walk)
新川バスターミナル (26 min walk)