Informative details with regards to restore of the castle. A lot of efforts had been put in to make this old castle attraction interesting to the visitors and tourists. Be prepared to spend at least 1hr to visit this place. Its well maintained and organised. We were impressed with the dedication of the craftsmen and workers into making the restoration a success.
The one of Japan’s World culture heritage
The Japanese government is very smart. They have thought it through very well. I like their story. The origin is mentioned in detail. If you like culture, beautiful views, and detailed construction, I recommend you to come and see it. But you have to come twice because in 2024 it is still not fully restored. See you in 2026. I will come back.
P.S. ¥400 per person. at this moment2024
Meaculpa ;)
I went in June 2024, it was cool, however the castle is currently under restoration, so you can't actually see the castle, and the windows to watch the construction are pretty difficult to look through, the garden and outer walls are cool to walk around, but I really had my heart set on the castle. And google didn't say anything about the restoration, nor were there any signs when we got there that said restoration was under way. It would be nice if the ticket booth told you this before going in, we were a bit dissapointed, I'll make it an effort to come back when it's finished... when ever that may be :)
- it's actually pretty funny that they painted the castle on the construction walls so you can see what it kind of looks like, but when I saw it and didn't realise what was going on for a few seconds, I thought I had been had 🤡 -
Also tickets are ¥500 and you don't need to book in advance, and pretty easy to catch the bus to the place, we came from Chatan 😊
Seeing the reconstruction of Shuri Castle is truly a remarkable experience! While the fire that caused the damage was unfortunate, witnessing the rebuilding process is nothing short of fascinating. Initially, we were concerned that we might miss out on visiting Shuri Castle, but watching it being rebuilt right before our eyes exceeded all expectations.
It's quite rare to witness such a spectacular structure being reconstructed in real-time. The decision not to close off the site for renovation but instead offer an educational experience for visitors to observe the rebuilding process is both amazing and clever. The dedication to preserving this historical site and passing down its legacy is truly commendable.
The level of skill and artistry displayed in reconstructing this ancient building is awe-inspiring. Despite having the option to use modern machinery for fabrication, they chose to rebuild using traditional tools and techniques. This commitment to honoring their culture and craftsmanship in Japan is truly impressive and something to be appreciated.
For those interested in craftsmanship, woodworking, culture, and architecture, visiting during the restoration period is highly recommended. Don't hesitate because some areas are fenced off for restoration – witnessing this process firsthand is a unique and enriching experience that shouldn't be missed.
Unfortunately, the castle burned down in 2019 while it was being reconstructed to an exact replica of the original. It will be completed in 2026. The design of the building that covers the castle can be viewed during construction (this is really Japan) with various details. Arranged as an exhibition for viewing The area surrounding the castle is quite extensive. Even walking all the way to the inside can make you sweat.