What other travelers are saying about Nakijin Castle Ruins
It is a nice place to be at. It is quiet and windy. You get be be close to nature. The worrying thing is that I see a couple of workers on the rocks trying to clear the moss. I do not think that they were harnessed.
Of of the 9 UNESCO cultural heritage sites in Okinawa. All the Okinawan castle ruins look very much the same so you could skip this one if you have visited other castles like Katsuren or Nakagusuku. The site is beautiful and is worth visiting if in the area for its views. Judging by other’s people’s photos this place is beautiful when visited during the cherry blossom season.
Very interesting historical site. Most of the plaques have English, Chinese, Korean and Japanese, so it's good for foreign visitors. The castle and cultural center are good for learning about local history.
Nakijin Castle, Okinawa, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The sakura species in Okinawa is called Ryukyu Kanhizakura. These are photos that were taken in late January 2020.
600¥ for a nice walk through the ruins. There are a few signs with information here and there but mostly you just look at the scenery. Being here while the cherry blossoms are in bloom was definitely a highlight! Multiple parking lots in the area and shops with food and souvenirs next to the ticket counter (definitely check out the ceramics store!!).
