Katsuren Castle Ruins
In Japanese: 勝連城跡
A World Heritage gusuku, the home of the lord Amawari, built on a natural cliff. Its elegantly curved walls look out over the Pacific from the top.
World Heritage
Nearby
- Nakagusuku Castle Ruins ≈ 30 min by car
- Kafu Banta ≈ 30 min by car
- Mihama American Village (Chatan) ≈ 35 min by car
- Zakimi Castle Ruins ≈ 40 min by car
- Urasoe Yodore Royal Tombs ≈ 45 min by car
Travel times are rough estimates by car.
- Getting there
- Bus 52 (Yokatsu Line) or 61 (Maebaru Line) to Katsuren-jo-ato-mae; about 80 min by car from Naha Airport (free parking)
- Fee
- Adults (high school and up) ¥850, children (junior high and under) ¥550
- Good to know
- 9:00–18:00 (last entry 17:30), open every day. Parking is available 9:00–18:00.
- Time needed
- 1 h
Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-15. Report outdated info