Cherry Blossom Viewing in Okinawa - Nakijin Castle Ruins, the Beauty and Sorrow of One of the Top 100 Castles in Japan.

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#Nakijin Castle Ruins One of the top 100 castles in Japan, this world heritage site is located in the northern part of Okinawa Island. It is a historical relic from the Ryukyu Kingdom period and is also part of Okinawa's World Cultural Heritage.

The Nakijin Castle ruins are located on a hill about 100 meters above sea level, overlooking the East China Sea. The terrain is dangerous and is built with irregular limestone unique to Ryukyu. It stretches for about 1.5 kilometers. Every January, you can enjoy the magnificent view of the ancient castle with cherry blossoms in full bloom.

The ticket is ¥600, and you can visit the castle ruins and the historical and cultural center. The cherry blossoms are especially beautiful during the cherry blossom season, and you can also see the cherry blossoms at night. The Nakijin Castle Cherry Blossom Festival in late January not only has cherry blossoms to see, but also Hawaiian dances, monkey performances, etc., which is quite lively.

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Post by Moutain | May 11, 2025