Japan Travel: Strolling in the Palace’s Garden at Shinkinaen Garden, Okinawa Main Island, Okinawa08 Moopon
Shikinaen, located in Okinawa, was the second residence of the Ryukyu kings. It was constructed in the 18th century. The building were relatively simple, wooden palace buildings incorporating the Chinese red tile roofs with a spacious Japanese garden and its a central pond. The garden is meant to be viewed as visitors stroll around. With both the Chinese and Japanese influence, visitors can appreciate Shikinaen’s truly unique Okinawa style.
Shikinaen was completely destroyed in the Battle of Okinawa of 1945. However, a 20 year restoration plan began in 1975. In 2000, it was among the sited registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the title Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.
From the forest, visitors walk along a stone-paved road, made from Ryukyu limestones to the main entrance. From here, visitors will stroll along a 300 meter circular path to view the garden. There are many interesting parts of the garden, not limited to…
**Ikutokusen—the spring filled with clear water. It is designated as a national monument as it is the birthplace of the red alga
**Stone Bridge: There are two stone bridges which connect to the palace as well a small islet in the middle of the water.
**Udun Palace: built in the 17th century, before the garden and pond, this spacious palace has 15 rooms
**Rokkaku-do: a Chinese-style hexagonal pavilion located on a nearby island
Facility Information:
Hours: 9:00 to 18:00 (until 17:30 from October to March)
**Last Entry is 30 minutes before closing
Closed: Wednesdays (or following day if Wednesday is a national holiday or falls on June 23)
Admission: 400 yen
Access Information:
By Bus:
**From central Naha, board bus number 2, 5, or 14.
**From Naha Bus Center or Asahibashi Station, board bus 14.
**From Kokusaidori, board bus 5.
By car
**From central Naha, 10 minute car ride.
**From Naha Airport, 20 minute car ride.
Please note: during rush hour, it will take longer.
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