Feel the history and beauty of Okinawa! The charm of Shuri Castle on an electric bicycle tour
Shuri Castle, a representative tourist spot in Okinawa, is a World Heritage site. Its historical background and beautiful architecture deeply impress visitors. However, Shuri Castle has many hills, making walking tours a bit challenging. In such cases, we recommend using an electric bicycle! With an electric bicycle, you can easily climb hills and enjoy sightseeing effortlessly.
Distance/Time estimate(one way)
Distance from e-CHARIty: approx. 2.9km
By electric bicycle: approx. 14min
What is Shuri Castle?
Shuri Castle was the royal palace of the Okinawa Kingdom (Ryukyu Kingdom) from the 15th to the 19th century. It was the residence of successive Ryukyu kings and the center of the nation's politics and culture. Today, visitors can enjoy its magnificent buildings, gardens, and traditional Ryukyu architecture, attracting many tourists. Shuri Castle features the **Seiden (main hall)**, as well as the Hokuden (north hall) and Nanden (south hall), and beautiful gardens, allowing visitors to experience the history and culture of Okinawa. The view from the Seiden, in particular, is breathtaking and is a popular spot to get a panoramic view of Shuri Castle.
Highlights & popular spots along this route
*Please check official websites, etc., as business hours are subject to change.
Shuri Ryusen(Shuri Ryusen)
Address: 1-54 Yamakawa-cho, Shuri, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
Phone number: 098-886-1131
Business hours: 9:00 - 18:00 (open all year round)
Phone number: 098-886-1131
Business hours: 9:00 - 18:00 (open all year round)
Shuri Ryusen is a workshop that specializes in "Ryukyu Aizome," a traditional Okinawan dyeing technique. They offer beautiful indigo-dyed fabrics and clothing, featuring items that evoke the climate and history of Okinawa.
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Yuunami Sakashita Branch
Address: 301-15 Matsukawa, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
Phone number: 098-887-5080
Business hours: 11:00 - 21:00 (irregular holidays)
Phone number: 098-887-5080
Business hours: 11:00 - 21:00 (irregular holidays)
Yuunami Sakashita Branch is a popular restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Okinawan flavors. It features firm noodles and rich soup, offering authentic Okinawa soba made with fresh local ingredients.
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