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Taiko drums is also big in Okinawan music. Mar 29, 2021
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Nakazato Haruhi (仲里はるひ) plays many instruments, centering on the sanshin and taiko drums.Mar 29, 2021
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Uehara Nagisa (上原渚) plays another common Okinawan musical instrument: the finger whistle (yubi-bue 指笛).Mar 29, 2021
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The sanshin is a modest instrument, used to complement the singing. Okinawan folk songs focus on the singing, not the instruments. This is opposite from the Tsugaru-jamisen (shamisen) in Aomori Prefecture which uses the showy jamisen as the main focus with long jamisen instrumentals.Mar 29, 2021
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Uehara Nagisa (上原渚) is the oldest and current Nenes leader. Member since 2004.Mar 29, 2021
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Okinawan instrument called the "sanba" (三板). It's three small pieces of wood strung together to make clacking sounds. Mar 29, 2021
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Yonaha Ruon (与那覇琉音) is the youngest member and plays this Okinawan instrument called the "sanba" (三板). It's three small pieces of wood strung together to make clacking sounds. Love the sanba. Mar 29, 2021
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Rin also plays the ʻukulele as a hobby.Mar 29, 2021
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Still photography is allowed, but no videos.Mar 29, 2021
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The sanshin is Okinawa's main musical instrument. What the sanshin is to Okinawa is what the ʻukulele is to Hawaii. Famous for the snakeskin (python) covered body, but cheaper sanshin might have fake snakeskin which is easier to care for.Mar 29, 2021
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She plays the sanshin (三線), another icon of Okinawa. The three-stringed sanshin came to Okinawa (Ryukyu Kingdom) from China in the 16th century. It later evolved into the shamisen on mainland Japan.Mar 29, 2021
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Kohama Rin (小濱凜) wears a bingata kimono. 紅型 They wear different Okinawan costumes for each set. Colorful eye candy. Wish they also explained the Okinawan design of their gorgeous kimono. Crowd-pleasing entertainment.Mar 29, 2021
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From left to right, the current Nenes/Nenez are Kohama Rin (小濱凜), Yonaha Ruon (与那覇琉音), Uehara Nagisa (上原渚), and Nakazato Haruhi (仲里はるひ). ネーネーズMost are in their 20s, and two of them have grandmothers who were the original Nenes from the early 1990s. Amazing! (As of Nov. 2020.)Mar 29, 2021
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In recent years, they've been spelling their name in English as "Nenez." However, the original spelling is "Nenes" which is how I still spell their name. Not to be confused with the Hawaiian goose. "Nene" means "sister" in Okinawan, equivalent to "ne-chan" in Japanese.Mar 29, 2021
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They've lasted this long thanks to occasional personnel changes. The current members are the sixth incarnation of the group.Mar 29, 2021
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The Nenes have been around since the 1990s, made famous when Sakamoto Ryuichi featured them in his Okinawan CDs and took them on a concert tour.Mar 29, 2021
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The show is great with colorful costumes and singing. There's also audience participation. Not allowed to go up and dance though.Mar 29, 2021
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The show is from 7 pm to 10 pm when they play three sets (two intermissions) for a cover charge of only ¥2,300 (as of Nov. 2020). Food and drink are extra.http://livehousesimauta.com/Mar 29, 2021
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Doesn't feel like I'm in Okinawa until I see and hear Okinawan music. Well-known Okinawan female quartet since the 1990s.They played their original hit songs like "Kogane no Hana" (黄金の花), Okinawan folk favorites like "Tinsagu no Hana" (てぃんさぐの花) and tracks from their latest CD. Mar 29, 2021
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Famous Nenes/Nenez perform at Live House Shima-uta on most nights. Third floor of Haisai Okinawa Building on Kokusai-dori.http://livehousesimauta.com/Mar 29, 2021
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Live House Shima-uta. About 50 people can fit into the club. Entirely non-smoking. Reservations recommended.Mar 29, 2021
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Haisai Okinawa Building on Kokusai-dori is where the Nenes/Nenez perform at Live House Shima-uta on the 3rd floor.Mar 29, 2021
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Haisai Okinawa Building on Kokusai-dori. ハイサイおきなわビルMar 29, 2021
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Haisai Okinawa Building entrance on Kokusai-dori. ハイサイおきなわビルMar 29, 2021
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Haisai Okinawa Building on Kokusai-dori. ハイサイおきなわビルMar 29, 2021
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Haisai Okinawa Building on Kokusai-dori. ハイサイおきなわビルMar 29, 2021
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Haisai Okinawa Building on Kokusai-dori. ハイサイおきなわビルMar 29, 2021
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On Sundays, Kokusai-dori is closed to traffic.Mar 29, 2021
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Okinawan dolls for sale on Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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Okinawan dolls for sale on Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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Sanshin for sale on Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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Taiko drums for sale on Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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Kariyushi shirts, Okinawan-style Aloha shirts.Mar 29, 2021
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Kariyushi shirts, Okinawan-style Aloha shirts. Make sure the shirt is made in Okinawa. Cheaper ones are made elsewhere in Asia.Mar 29, 2021
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Haisai T-shirt. "Haisai" is a "hello" greeting for men.Mar 29, 2021
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"Okinawa Aloha," apparently Hawaii is idolized in Okinawa.Mar 29, 2021
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Lots of T-shirt shops on Kokusai-dori, but most are not made in Okinawa.Mar 29, 2021
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Habu liquor or habu-shu with a dead habu snake inside. Made with awamori or brandy. The extract from the snake supposed to be good for you. The snake's venom is somehow neutralized by the alcohol, so it's not poisonous when you drink it.Never tried it. What do people do with the snake after drinking the sake? Would a bird of prey eat an alcohol-soaked snake? ハブ酒Mar 29, 2021
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Beni-imo tart shop.Mar 29, 2021
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This new tart flavor is also good.Mar 29, 2021
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Inside the Okashi Goten (御菓子御殿) tart shop.Mar 29, 2021
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Beni-imo tart is sold everywhere in Okinawa. Like macadamia nut chocolates in Hawaii, there are many Beni-imo tart brands in Okinawa. I'm told the most famous brand is Okashi Goten (御菓子御殿), the confection's inventor. Mar 29, 2021
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Beni-imo tarts are Okinawa's most famous confection and omiyage gift. Made of Okinawan sweet potato (purple yam) in a boat-like crust.Mar 29, 2021
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Gift shop modeled after Shuri Castle.Mar 29, 2021
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Gift shop modeled after Shuri Castle.Mar 29, 2021
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Map of Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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In central Naha, Kokusai-dori (国際通り), main drag of tourist shops and restaurants. Lined with palm trees.Mar 29, 2021
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Shisa guardian lion-dog at the entrance of Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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Shisa guardian lion-dog at the entrance of Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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Shisa guardian lion-dog.Mar 29, 2021
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Entrance to Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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Entrance to Kokusai-dori is flanked by two shisa guardian lion-dogs.Mar 29, 2021
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Entrance to Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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Intersection in front of Kokusai-dori.Mar 29, 2021
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In central Naha, Kokusai-dori is the city's main drag of shops and restaurants. Mostly for tourists. The nearest rail stations are Kencho-mae and Makishi Stations on the Yui Rail. Large building on the right is the Okinawa Prefectural capitol.Mar 29, 2021
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Tacos at Airando FIJI Restaurant & Cafe.Mar 06, 2021
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Lunch at Airando FIJI Restaurant & Cafe.Mar 06, 2021
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Had lunch here at Airando FIJI Restaurant & Cafe. It had a view of the bridge and ocean on the roof too.Mar 06, 2021
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Island's main neighborhood has a few cafes.Mar 06, 2021
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Main side of the island near the bridge.Mar 06, 2021
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Some natural formations on Kouri Island.Mar 06, 2021
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A few historical spots on the island.Mar 06, 2021
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About the Kouri Bridge.Mar 06, 2021
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Lower floors have exhibition panels explaining about Kouri Island.Mar 06, 2021
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Event calendar on Kouri Island.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Ocean Tower's top lookout deck.Mar 06, 2021
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View of Yagaji Island.Mar 06, 2021
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Beautiful ocean views from Kouri Ocean Tower's top lookout deck.Mar 06, 2021
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Beautiful ocean views from Kouri Ocean Tower's top lookout deck.Mar 06, 2021
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The top deck also has this "Happiness Bell," but the rope to ring it has been removed to prevent Covid infections.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Ohashi Bridge as seen from Kouri Ocean Tower's top deck.Mar 06, 2021
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Views from Kouri Ocean Tower's top lookout deck.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Island's best lookout point is here, Kouri Ocean Tower's top deck which is outdoors on the 4th floor.Mar 06, 2021
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Pink coral.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Ocean Tower includes a shell museum.Mar 06, 2021
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Arrival cart station at Kouri Ocean Tower.Mar 06, 2021
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Approaching Kouri Ocean Tower.Mar 06, 2021
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Here's a cart going up to Kouri Ocean Tower. The cart is also narrated with scenic points. This was after our cart.Mar 06, 2021
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View from cart path to Kouri Ocean Tower.Mar 06, 2021
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The cart path has a few scenic views.Mar 06, 2021
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The cart path is lined with Okinawan plants and flowers.Mar 06, 2021
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There's the tower.Mar 06, 2021
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Impressive how the cart is automated. One-way only. Return path is different and much shorter.Mar 06, 2021
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The cart drives by itself along this path up the hill.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Ocean Tower's admission fee includes a cart ride up the hill to the tower.Mar 06, 2021
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Map of Kouri Ocean Tower.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Ocean Tower has three lookout decks and the top deck on the 4th floor is outdoors.Mar 06, 2021
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We didn't see any signs to turn into side roads to see local sights like the heart-shaped rocks on the beach. We missed it.Mar 06, 2021
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The road going around the island doesn't go along the coast, so there's almost nothing to see.Mar 06, 2021
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We drove around Kouri island, taking only 10 min. Island's circumference is about 8 kilometersMar 06, 2021
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Dangerous sea creatures to look out for.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Bridge at Kouri Beach.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Bridge 古宇利大橋Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Island's best beach is Kouri Beach next to Kouri Bridge. There's a parking lot and snack bar and gift shop. Also shower faciilties. This was autumn, so too cold to swim. Beach is 300m long. 古宇利ビーチMar 06, 2021
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About Kouri Island.Mar 06, 2021
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We started driving around the island.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Island is a small, round island easily accessible by car on this scenic highway bridge over the ocean from Yagaji Island off the coast of Motobu Peninsula.Mar 06, 2021
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Kouri Ohashi Bridge to Kouri Island goes right over the ocean. Built in 2005, the bridge is 1,960 meters long, the longest bridge near Okinawa island. 古宇利大橋Mar 06, 2021
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For the 1st anniversary of the Shurijo Castle fire on Oct. 31, 2020, all the local Okinawan newspapers were filled with special articles about the fire and reconstruction efforts.Feb 09, 2021
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On Kokusai-dori in Naha, souvenir shop looking like Shuri Castle.Feb 09, 2021
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Shuri Castle illumination monument was lit up in the evening until midnight from Oct. 28 to Nov 15, 2020. Many local businesses sponsored the artwork. (首里城うむいの燈(あかり)モニュメント)Feb 09, 2021
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Near Kokusai-dori (Naha's main drag) at Pallet Kumoji mall, there was this Shuri Castle illumination monument complemented by paper lanterns. (首里城うむいの燈(あかり)モニュメント)Feb 09, 2021
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Kashikaki weaving dance showing a wife weaving clothing to express her love for her husband. It was nice that we saw a few classic Okinawan dances. 琉球古典舞踊「綛掛」Feb 09, 2021
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Okinawan court dance called Kajadefu performed on auspicious occasions. Performers were students majoring in Ryukyuan arts at the Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts. 琉球古典舞踊「かじゃで風」Feb 09, 2021
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A projection mapping show was held at Kankaimon Gate (歓会門) in late Oct. 2020.Feb 09, 2021
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On the 1st anniversary of the Shurijo Castle fire in late Oct. 2020, Okinawa held a few events to give hope. We attended an evening reception at Shuri Castle for tourism professionals.This was outdoors in front of the reconstructed Keizuza/Yomotsuza. It had a makeshift stage for Okinawan entertainment.Feb 09, 2021
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Shuri Station platform on the Yui Rail Line. Closest station to Shuri Castle. 首里駅Feb 05, 2021
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Shuri Station on the Yui Rail Line. Closest station to Shuri Castle. About a 15-min. walk. 首里駅Feb 05, 2021
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Another rooftop seesaa.Feb 05, 2021
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Koban police box in Shuri.Feb 05, 2021
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Post office in Shuri. Roof tile ends have the post office symbol.Feb 05, 2021
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Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts.Feb 05, 2021
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Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts.Feb 05, 2021
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Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts.Feb 05, 2021
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Next to Shuri Castle is Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts.Feb 05, 2021
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About Enkakuji Temple.Feb 05, 2021
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Site of Enkakuji Temple. 円覚寺Feb 05, 2021
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Tennyobashi BridgeFeb 05, 2021
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Benzaiten-do Hall wall.Feb 05, 2021
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Benzaiten-do Hall roof tile corner.Feb 05, 2021
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Benzaiten-do at Shuri Castle. 弁財天堂Feb 05, 2021
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Benzaiten-do Hall at Shuri Castle. 弁財天堂Feb 05, 2021
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Tennyobashi Bridge to Benzaiten-do Hall. The railings have lotus engravings. 弁財天堂と円鑑池Feb 05, 2021
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In this corner of Shuri Castle, Benzaiten-do Hall to worship the goddess Benzaiten surrounded by Enkanchi Pond. 弁財天堂と円鑑池Feb 05, 2021
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Castle wall and buildings as seen from Benzaiten-do Hall.Feb 05, 2021
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Scale model of Shurijo area.Feb 05, 2021
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Caps worn by actress Nakama Yukie in Tempest.Feb 05, 2021
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Costume worn by actress Nakama Yukie.Feb 05, 2021
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Exhibition of the "Tempest" TV series set in Okinawa.Feb 05, 2021
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Exhibition of the "Tempest" TV series set in Okinawa.Feb 05, 2021
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Panel exhibition of Shuri Castle treasures.Feb 05, 2021
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Suimuikan lower entrance. 首里杜館Feb 05, 2021
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Inside Suimuikan, a mosaic bulletin board with encouraging messges to rebuild Shurijo.Feb 05, 2021
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Rest area inside Suimuikan 1st floor. There's also a cafe in the corner. Basement has lockers and underground parking lots. 首里杜館Feb 05, 2021
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Seesaa at Suimuikan entrance.Feb 05, 2021
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Suimuikan is another rest house for visitors. Basement has underground parking lots. 首里杜館Feb 05, 2021
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Gift shops near Suimuikan.Feb 05, 2021
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Stone marker for Shurijo Castle. Near Kobikimon.Feb 05, 2021
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Kobikimon Gate is the exit. Also the entrance for wheelchair users. 木曳門Feb 05, 2021
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From Shuri Castle's Iri-no Azana western lookout deck, view of central Naha looking toward the ocean. 西のアザナ（いりのあざな）Feb 05, 2021
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From Shuri Castle's Iri-no Azana western lookout deck, view of Naha looking toward the ocean. 西のアザナ（いりのあざな）Feb 05, 2021
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From Shuri Castle's Iri-no Azana western lookout deck, view of Naha looking toward the ocean. 西のアザナ（いりのあざな）Feb 05, 2021
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From Shuri Castle's Iri-no Azana western lookout deck, view of Naha looking toward the ocean. 西のアザナ（いりのあざな）Feb 05, 2021
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Iri-no Azana lookout deck. 西のアザナ（いりのあざな）Feb 05, 2021
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The western end of Shurijo is this entrance to Iri-no Azana lookout deck. 西のアザナ（いりのあざな）Feb 05, 2021
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In Okinawa, tree roots are always exposed because of frequent typhoons eroding the soil with winds and rains.Feb 05, 2021
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In Okinawa, tree roots are always exposed because of frequent typhoons eroding the soil with winds and rains.Feb 05, 2021
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Way to Kyo-no-uchi.Feb 05, 2021
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About the Kyo-no-uchi area of the castle. Didn't go there though. 京の内Feb 05, 2021
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Map of Shurijo Castle Park.Feb 05, 2021
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Kyo-no-uchi wall.Feb 05, 2021
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After exiting Shicha-nu Una courtyard.Feb 05, 2021
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Back of Keizuza and Yomotsuza. 系図座・用物座Feb 05, 2021
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Back to the Shicha-nu Una plaza, I noticed people resting inside the Keizuza and Yomotsuza. 系図座・用物座Feb 05, 2021
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The other side is the way up to Agari-no Azana lookout.Feb 05, 2021
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Walking back down from Agari-no Azana lookout. Straight ahead is the Nyokan Kyoshitsu.Feb 05, 2021
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Walking back down from Agari-no Azana lookout. On the left is the back of the Yohokoriden.Feb 05, 2021
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About Mamo-no-uchi Utaki sacred site.Feb 05, 2021
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Mamo-no-uchi Utaki sacred site in the Ouchibara. 御内原ノマモノ内ノ御嶽Feb 05, 2021
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Mamo-no-uchi Utaki sacred site in the Ouchibara.Feb 05, 2021
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View from Agari-no Azana lookout point.Feb 05, 2021
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View of castle buildings from Agari-no Azana lookout point.Feb 05, 2021
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Agari-no Azana lookout point. 東のアザナFeb 05, 2021
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View from Agari-no Azana lookout point.Feb 05, 2021
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View from Agari-no Azana lookout point.Feb 05, 2021
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What to see from Agari-no Azana lookout point.Feb 05, 2021
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Agari-no Azana lookout point. Opposite side of the ocean. 東のアザナFeb 05, 2021
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Agari-no Azana lookout point on the eastern end of Shurijo. "Agari" means "east" in Okinawan. 東のアザナFeb 05, 2021
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Way to Agari-no Azana lookout point.Feb 05, 2021
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Way to Agari-no Azana lookout point.Feb 05, 2021
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Shinbyoden is a sacred spot where a deceased Ryukyu king laid in state. 寝廟殿（しんびょうでん）Feb 05, 2021
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About Hakuginmon Gate. 白銀門（はくぎんもん）Feb 05, 2021
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Map of buildings behind the Seiden.Feb 05, 2021
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Hakuginmon Gate (restored) to the sacred Shinbyoden. 白銀門（はくぎんもん）Feb 05, 2021
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About the well.Feb 05, 2021
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Well connected to an underground water reservoir. Not in use.Feb 05, 2021
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Well connected to an underground water reservoir.Feb 05, 2021
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About the kunebu citrus plants.Feb 05, 2021
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Kunebu/Kunibo/Kunenbo citrus plants. 九年母Feb 05, 2021
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Kunebu/Kunibo/Kunenbo citrus plants. 九年母Feb 05, 2021
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Walking back down from Agari-no Azana lookout.Feb 05, 2021
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Red tile roofs of the Yohokoriden and Nyokan Kyoshitsu.Feb 05, 2021
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Path to Agari-no Azana lookout point.Feb 05, 2021
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Shuri Castle papercraft sold at the gift shop.Feb 05, 2021
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Shuri Castle papercraft sold at the gift shop.Feb 05, 2021
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Remains of a lion head sculpture that was on the Seiden's roof. Feb 05, 2021
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Seiden stone railing pieces.Feb 05, 2021
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Prefab building displaying some ornamental remains salvaged from the fire.Feb 05, 2021
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Thanks for posing, Ryukyu King and Queen!Feb 05, 2021
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They were also last year's king and queen. They are reprising their roles this year because this year's contest in September 2020 to select a king and queen was canceled.About the king and queen: http://english.ryukyushimpo.jp/2020/11/06/32933/Feb 05, 2021
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Queen Kamiyama Seika is 25 and works as an occupational therapist in Nago. King Takara Tomoaki is 43 and works at a company in Naha. They were selected in Sept. 2019 from among 37 applicants.Feb 05, 2021
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The Ryukyu King and Queen are selected every year from applicants. This year's King and Queen were played by Takara Tomoaki (高良朝壮) and Kamiyama Seika (神山聖加) respectively. (琉球国王・王妃出御)Feb 05, 2021
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The Ryukyu King and Queen posed for the crowd in three successive places. I quietly scrambled to follow them. In the background is the reconstructed Queen's Quarters.Feb 05, 2021
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It was a happy kingdom until the Satsuma Clan in Kagoshima invaded and conquered the Ryukyus and made it a vassal state in 1609. The Sho kings were allowed to keep their position, but had to rule as directed by the Satsuma. Heavy taxes were imposed on Ryukyuans. Feb 05, 2021
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Shurijo Castle was the seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom's government from 1429 to 1879 when it became Okinawa Prefecture. The Ryukyuan kings were from the Sho Clan (尚) starting with Shō Hashi who unified the three kingdoms on the main island in 1429. The other islands also eventually came under the control of the Shuri government after successful military campaigns.Feb 05, 2021
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I was there on Nov. 3 and saw the King and Queen posing. They posed behind the Seiden site. In this photo, the rear of the Seiden would be in the background.Feb 05, 2021
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The main event is the Ryukyu Royal Procession (琉球王朝絵巻行列) with the Ryukyu King and Queen and their attendants parading on Kokusai-dori (Naha's main drag). However, the procession was canceled in 2020.Feb 05, 2021
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Instead of the grand procession on Kokusai-dori, the Ryukyu King and Queen and a few attendants held a smaller procession within the castle and also appeared a few times to pose for photos at Shuri Castle on Oct. 31 and Nov. 3, 2020.Feb 05, 2021
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