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Katsuren Castle Ruins (勝連城跡)

Name: Katsuren Castle Ruins
Telephone: 0989787373

4.5

Castle / Ruins of Castle

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Amawari is said to have brought prosperity to Katsuren in the 15th century, and this is the castle where he resided. It was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2000. It stands on a hill between 60 and 98 meters above sea level, and it makes clever use of the natural cliff, featuring walls that form a graceful curve. The “Ichi-no Kuruwa (1st enclosure) ,” the highest point, offers an amazing view of the mountains and outlying islands that surround Kin Bay.

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Katsurenhaebaru 3908 (Central Okinawa / Western CoastArea)

0989787373

9:00-18:00
[Uruma City Specialty Store Uruma] 9:00-17:00

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Review of Katsuren Castle Ruins

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Reviewed:2020/02/25 Stunning Stonework and Beautiful Location

Like most things in Okinawa it really pays to have a hire car to visit. It is possible via public transport but it will take you some time to get there from Naha. Its a beautiful castle ruins with...

Reviewed:2019/12/23 Steep climb, nice views

The castle is most famous as the seat of Lord Amawari during the 15th century. According to legend, Amawari was a sickly child that got abandoned in the mountains to die. However, the child survived...

Reviewed:2019/12/20 Worth the climb!

We had visited many other castle ruins before this, but this UNESCO World Heritage site is our favourite.

There is a free car park and tourist information centre opposite the castle ruins...

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Address: Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Katsurenhaebaru 3908 [map]

Area: Central Okinawa / Western CoastArea

Phone: 0989787373

Hours: 9:00-18:00
[Uruma City Specialty Store Uruma] 9:00-17:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: Free
Parking Lot: Available(45spaces)
Credit Card: Available (VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, UnionPay)
Smoking: Available (Ashtray Available only outside the rest area)
Wi-Fi: Available (However, it is available that it is difficult to connect depending on the model)
Note: Temporary suspension:Currently closed (information as of May 8, 2020)
*Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information.
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: No (Admission may be restricted without notice during stormy weather, etc.)
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available