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Chinen Castle Ruins
知念城跡Okinawa
A Ryukyuan gusuku on a coastal terrace 100m above the Pacific -- believed to be the stronghold of the Aji of Chinen and the second-oldest castle in the Ryukyu Islands. National Historic Site, free admission, sweeping ocean views.
- Best season
- Spring
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Free public park/scenic area per Nanjo City official tourism site.
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
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Daily Open 24 hours
How to get there
From Naha Airport · ~43 min by car
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