Yonabaru, Naha

Name: Yonabaru
Address: Naha, Japan

#27 among attractions in Naha

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Yonabaru is a town in Shimajiri District, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It is located at the southern end of Okinawa Island, on the east coast, overlooking Nakagusuku Bay. ()

Local name: 与那原町 Area: 2 mi²Coordinates: 26°12'5"N, 127°45'4"E

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Nearby attractions include: Shuri Castle, Tamaudun, Heiwa-dōri, Sonohyan-utaki.

2.5 miNW
Forts and castles,
Shuri Castle, Naha
63 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.
2.5 miNW
Sprawling 16th-century royal mausoleum
Tamaudun, Naha
65 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...
4 miW
Shopping district, Shopping
Heiwa-dōri, Naha
101 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...
2.4 miNW
City gate,
Sonohyan-utaki, Naha
62 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...
2.2 miW
Peaceful Ryukyu-era gardens and buildings
Shikina-en, Naha
56 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...
3.5 miS
Forts and castles
Itokazu Castle, Yaese
90 min walk • Itokazu Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Nanjō, Okinawa. It was built with Ryūkyūan limestone in the mid-14th century. It is now in ruins.
3.4 miN
Mausoleum
Urasoe yōdore, Naha
87 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.
3.3 miN
Forts and castles, Historical place
Urasoe Castle, Naha
85 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.
2.4 miNW
Historical place
Shureimon, Naha
62 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.
2.2 miW
Dam, Park, Lake
Kinjo Dam, Naha
57 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.
1.5 miW
Town, Area
Haebaru, Naha
38 min walk • Haebaru is a town located in Shimajiri District, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. As of 2016, the town has an estimated population of 37,874 and a density of 3,500 persons per km². The total area is 10.72 km².