The Shuri Castle Festival, one of Naha's three major festivals, takes place November 3–5, 2017.
At Shuri Castle Park, enjoy traditional Ryukyuan dance and local folk arts, along with the imperial envoy procession and investiture ceremony marking the Ryukyu king's accession.
On Naha's Kokusai Street, a magnificent parade of around 700 people features the Ryukyu king and queen, Chinese imperial envoys and traditional performing groups.
Discover Okinawa's History at the Shuri Castle Festival
The imperial envoy procession and investiture ceremony are special highlights. Envoys were sent from China to confer the king's royal title.
This investiture ceremony was the Ryukyu king's accession ceremony and a vital means of having the kingdom and its ruler recognized at home and abroad.
Experience a recreation of the Ryukyu Kingdom's greatest ceremony.
Admire Colorful Traditional Ryukyuan Dress
The splendor of the Ryukyu Kingdom is recreated in a grand historical parade.
The king and queen, Chinese imperial envoys and traditional performers form a magnificent parade of around 700 people.
Watch royal palanquins carrying the king and queen, surrounded by attendants in vivid red, blue and other colorful costumes.
Dates: November 3–5, 2017. Times vary by event.
Admission: Adults JPY 820; high school students JPY 620; elementary and junior high students JPY 310; children under 6 free
Inquiries: Shuri Castle Festival Organizing Committee, Shuri Castle Park Management Center, 098-886-2020
- Admission is required to watch from the Una courtyard in front of Shuri Castle's main hall.
- Events also take place in free-access areas.
- Parking: 50–116 vehicles, depending on the season. Heavy crowds are expected during events, so public transport is recommended.
- Date and time
November 3–5, 2017
- Location
Shuri Castle Park, Kokusai Street in Naha and other locations MAP
- Contact
098-886-2020