Urasoe, Naha

Name: Urasoe
Address: Naha, Japan

#25 among attractions in Naha

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Urasoe is a city located in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The neighboring municipalities are Naha to the south, Ginowan to the north, and Nishihara to the east. As of November 2012, the city has an estimated population of 113,718 and a population density of 5,956.9 persons per km². The total area is 19.09 km². ()

Local name: 浦添市 Area: 7.52 mi²Coordinates: 26°14'59"N, 127°43'5"E

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Nearby attractions include: Shuri Castle, Tamaudun, Heiwa-dōri, Okinawa Prefectural Museum.

2.2 miS
Forts and castles,
Shuri Castle, Naha
57 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.
2.2 miS
Sprawling 16th-century royal mausoleum
Tamaudun, Naha
56 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...
3 miSW
Shopping district, Shopping
Heiwa-dōri, Naha
77 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Naha, Japan, Heiwa-dōri is a vibrant shopping district that offers a unique blend of culture and commerce. Known for its lively atmosphere and diverse range of goods, this covered arcade is a must-visit destination for both tourists...
2.2 miSW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Okinawa Prefectural Museum, Naha
56 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Naha, the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum offers a deep dive into the rich cultural tapestry and diverse natural environment of Japan's southernmost prefecture. This comprehensive institution, which combines both a museum and an art...
2.2 miS
City gate,
Sonohyan-utaki, Naha
56 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...
1.8 miW
Theater
National Theatre Okinawa, Naha
47 min walk • Nestled in the city of Urasoe, which neighbors the heart of Naha, the National Theatre Okinawa stands as a beacon of traditional Ryukyuan culture. This modern facility is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the unique performing arts of the Okinawa...
~370 ftNE
Museum, Art museum
Urasoe Art Museum, Naha
2 min walk • Urasoe Art Museum opened in 1990 in Urasoe, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The collection has a particular focus upon Ryukyu lacquerware.
0.9 miE
Mausoleum
Urasoe yōdore, Naha
23 min walk • Urasoe yōdore is one of the three royal mausoleums of the Ryukyu Kingdom, along with Tamaudun at Shuri Castle and Izena Tamaudun near Izena Castle in Izena, Okinawa. It is located in Urasoe, Okinawa, in a cave on a cliff to the northeast of Urasoe Castle.
0.9 miE
Forts and castles, Historical place
Urasoe Castle, Naha
23 min walk • Urasoe Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku which served as the capital of the medieval Okinawan principality of Chūzan prior to the unification of the island into the Ryukyu Kingdom, and the moving of the capital to Shuri.
2.2 miS
Historical place
Shureimon, Naha
56 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.
2.6 miS
Dam, Park, Lake
Kinjo Dam, Naha
67 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.