Nakagusuku Castle Ruins
Quick Facts
- Location
- Japan, Okinawa
- Category
- Historic Ruins & Heritage
- Duration
- 1.5-2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Daily 8:30-17:00 · to 18:00 May-Sep
- Ticket Price
- Adult: 500 yen · Student: 300 yen (JHS/HS)
- Address
- 1258 Tomari, Nakagusuku-son, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
- Coordinates
- 26.2839, 127.8012
Introduction
Nakagusuku Castle Ruins in Nakagusuku, Okinawa, is a gusuku built in the 15th century by the Ryukyuan lord Gosamaru, famed for masterfully cut Ryukyuan limestone walls. Inscribed in 2000 as part of the Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu, it showcases several masonry techniques and surveys central Okinawa from its height; Perry's 1853 expedition also studied its fortifications.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30-17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 8:30-17:00 |
| Thursday | 8:30-17:00 |
| Friday | 8:30-17:00 |
| Saturday | 8:30-17:00 |
| Sunday | 8:30-17:00 |
to 18:00 May-Sep
Ticket Information
| Adult | 500 yen |
|---|---|
| Student | 300 yen (JHS/HS) |
| Child | 200 yen (elementary) |
| Free Admission | preschool free |
Transportation
50 min from Naha Airport; 15 min from Nakagusuku IC; free parking
Highway bus to Kishaba, then community bus
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Nakagusuku Castle Ruins?
Monday: 8:30-17:00; Tuesday: 8:30-17:00; Wednesday: 8:30-17:00; Thursday: 8:30-17:00; Friday: 8:30-17:00; Saturday: 8:30-17:00; Sunday: 8:30-17:00; to 18:00 May-Sep
How much is the admission for Nakagusuku Castle Ruins?
Adult: 500 yen; Student: 300 yen (JHS/HS); Child: 200 yen (elementary); Free Admission: preschool free
Any practical tips for visiting Nakagusuku Castle Ruins?
Stone steps are steep and slippery — wear grippy shoes Preschoolers enter free; family-friendly
How long should I spend at Nakagusuku Castle Ruins?
A typical visit takes 1.5-2 hours.
How do I get to Nakagusuku Castle Ruins?
Driving/Parking: 50 min from Naha Airport; 15 min from Nakagusuku IC; free parking; Bus: Highway bus to Kishaba, then community bus
