Shuri Castle

The former royal palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, with roots about 700 years old, and the island's most visited historic site; it is being rebuilt after a 2019 fire.

Shuri Castle appears in 10 of the 17 Okinawa vlogs we indexed, first in 2023, most recently in 2026.

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  1. TabiEats

    Okinawa: Best 3-Day Food & Travel Guide (2025) Without a Car (Japan)

    The 'Road to Rebirth' route shows the reconstruction in progress; about a 15-minute walk from Shuri Station on the monorail.
  2. Suitcase Monkey

    JAPANS Best Wild Card? 😍: 4 Days in NAHA OKINAWA | Travel Vlog

    Completion of the rebuild is estimated for 2026, and the reconstruction is presented as an exhibit.
  3. Easy Travel Dude

    A Beginner’s Guide To Okinawa, Japan

    A Ryukyuan dance performance with traditional robes and flutes can sometimes be seen.
  4. Tokyo Kenchan

    Okinawa Travel Guide - Explore Japan's Hidden Gem Island Okinawa

    Reconstruction runs until about 2027, and visitors can watch the rebuilding.
  5. eileen's world

    🇯🇵🏝️OKINAWA TRAVEL GUIDE 2023 | 4 days in Okinawa | exploring, eating, shopping, day trips + prices

    The paid interior route was underwhelming during reconstruction; parts of the park are free and a souvenir stamp card is available.
  6. Tokyo Foodie Sarah

    Top 17 Must-Do Activities in Okinawa: Ultimate Travel Guide 🏖️

    Parking is 400 yen and admission is 400 yen per adult.
  7. Zane Travel

    MY FIRST TIME in Okinawa 🇯🇵 Naha is UNREAL! (Japan)

    Under renovation; paid areas cost 400 yen, some sections are free, and it is walkable from Shuri monorail station.
  8. Muteki Matt

    Top 10 Things To Do In Okinawa Japan (from a local)

  9. Hoang Pham

    Top 15 Things to do in Okinawa | Why You Should go to Okinawa | Guide

    Visitors are encouraged to watch the reconstruction, which is due to finish in fall 2026.
  10. Best Travel

    Living in Okinawa | How People Live on Japan’s Hidden Tropical Islands | 4K

    Its architecture blends Japanese and Chinese influences, reflecting the kingdom's diplomatic history.

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