Frequently Asked Questions
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Closed days (1)
Are there closed days?
There is a partial closure on the first Wednesday in July and the following day. Otherwise the park is open all year. Please check the official website or the management centre (098-886-2020) for the latest information.
Experiences (1)
Where can I take part in the tea service?
The tea service, with traditional Ryukyuan sweets and sanpin tea, is held at Keizuza-Yomotsuza inside the paid area. It costs 800 yen per person (including tax) and runs 9:00-18:00 (last orders 17:30).
Opening hours (1)
What are the opening hours of Shurijo Castle Park?
They vary by season. The free areas are open 8:00-19:30 from April to June and October to November, 8:00-20:30 from July to September, and 8:00-18:30 from December to March. In the paid areas, last entry is 30 minutes before closing in each season.
Time needed (1)
How long should I allow?
About 30-40 minutes for the free areas alone, or about 1.5-2 hours including the paid area inside the castle walls. Adding a walk around Shureimon, the Enkakuji site and Ryutan makes it about half a day.
Prices (1)
How much is admission? Are there free areas?
Many areas, including Shureimon and Ryutan, can be visited free of charge. Admission to the paid area (inside the castle walls) is 820 yen for adults. Elementary and junior high school students enter the paid area free (please confirm).
History / Culture (1)
Tell me about the World Heritage listing.
The Shurijo Castle site, Sonohyan-utaki Ishimon and Tamaudun were inscribed in December 2000 as component parts of the World Cultural Heritage site Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.
Highlights (2)
Can I see the main hall now? What is the situation after the fire?
The fire of October 2019 destroyed the main hall and six other principal buildings. Reconstruction of the main hall is targeted for 2026, and a reconstruction-on-view programme lets visitors watch the work at close range.
Can I see Shureimon for free?
Shureimon is in a free area, so you can see it without paying admission. The gate, which appears on the 2,000-yen note, is the standard photo spot for visitors to the park.
Food and drink / Shopping (1)
Are there restaurants or shops?
On the first floor of Suimuikan there is a restaurant serving Ryukyuan dishes and Okinawa soba, a light-meal cafe and a shop. Commemorative medals and souvenirs exclusive to Shurijo Castle Park are also sold.
Parking (1)
Is there parking, and is there a charge?
There is a prefectural car park beneath Suimuikan, the rest centre in the park. It is paid. Please check the official website or the management centre (tel. 098-886-2020) for current rates.
Other (6)
What are the opening hours?
Free areas: 8:00-19:30 (April-June and October-November) / 8:00-20:30 (July-September) / 8:00-18:30 (December-March). Paid areas: 8:30-19:00 (April-June and October-November) / 8:30-20:00 (July-September) / 8:30-18:00 (December-March).
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.
How do I get there?
About 15 minutes' walk from Shuri Station on the Yui Rail. About 30 minutes by car from Naha Airport.
How much is admission?
Paid areas: adults 820 yen, children (elementary and junior high school students) free. The free areas cost nothing to enter.
What is the address?
1-2 Shuri Kinjo-cho, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
When is it closed?
The first Wednesday in July and the following day (partial closure).