Katsuren Castle Ruins

Castle / Ruins of Castle

4.5

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.

Spot details

Address: Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Katsurenhaebaru 3908
Area: Okinawa Island (Central) Area
Phone: 0989782033
Hours: 9:00-18:00 (Admission is 30 minutes before closing) [Uruma City Specialty Store Uruma] 9:00-17:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Adults (High school students and above)] 600yen [Children] 400yen * Group fee available
Parking Lot: Available(120spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Available (Ashtray Available only outside the facility)
Wi-Fi: Available (However, it is possible 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: 60-120 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Review

Scenic Ruins, Well worth a visit!

Reviewed：2021.05.11

Katsuren Castle Ruins are one of the UNESCO listed sites around Okinawa. The castle is free to visitors and there is a nice free parking lot across the street. The castle is perched on top of a hill...
Stunning Stonework and Beautiful Location

Reviewed：2020.02.25

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...
Steep climb, nice views

Reviewed：2019.12.23

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...