Daruma Temple
Tucked away amongst the busy streets behind Shuri Castle, the bustling Daruma Temple is one of the best examples of a traditional Buddhist Temple in Okinawa. Free entry. #Okinawa #Totalokinawa #Temples
by Elizabeth Stoney | Dec 7, 2021 | Culture, Sightseeing | 0 |
Tucked away amongst the busy streets behind Shuri Castle, the bustling Daruma Temple is one of the best examples of a traditional Buddhist Temple in Okinawa. Free entry. #Okinawa #Totalokinawa #Temples
by Elizabeth Stoney | Nov 2, 2021 | Culture, Sightseeing | 0 |
The Tamaudun Royal Mausoleum is a UNESCO World Heritage site built around 1500 to house the remains of past Ryukyuan kings. A short walk away from Shuri Castle.
by Elizabeth Stoney | Oct 19, 2021 | Culture, Sightseeing | 0 |
Kinjo Stone Road is a 16th century Okinawan road within walking distance of Shuri Castle. A picturesque location brimming with Okinawan character and charm.
by Elizabeth Stoney | Nov 16, 2020 | Beaches, Culture, Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
Ie Island is a thirty minute ferry ride from Motobu and makes a great day trip. It’s best known for Mount Gusuku, a 172m climb with spectacular views from the summit. #Ieisland #Okinawaislands #Totalokinawa
by Louise | Nov 10, 2017 | Culture, Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
This monument is located the Mabuni hills where the last battle of Okinawa took place in World...
Read Moreby Emily | Sep 6, 2017 | Culture, Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
Built in the early 1200s, sacked in the 1600s, and almost completely destroyed during the attacks...
Read Moreby Emily | Aug 2, 2017 | Culture, Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
Believed to be some 2000 years old, the Nakabaru Village Ruins are an interesting archaeological...
Read Moreby totalokinawa | Jun 18, 2017 | Culture, Fun | 0 |
Purinto Kurabu, or Purikura for short, is a hugely popular activity, especially amongst High...
Read Moreby Annabell | May 25, 2017 | Culture, Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
Experience the history of the Ryukyu kingdom Whether you live in Okinawa or pass through on your...
Read Moreby Annabell | Apr 26, 2017 | Culture, Fun, Sightseeing | 1 |
Okinawa has many World War II history spots and one location you should definitely check out is...
Read Moreby totalokinawa | Nov 11, 2016 | Bars, Clubs, Culture, Eat, Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
Koza, found in the heart of Okinawa City, is Okinawa’s second most populated municipality. It’s a...
Read Moreby totalokinawa | Jan 1, 2015 | Culture, Fun | 0 |
The year 2015 marks, according to eastern or Chinese astrology, the year of the sheep. It’s...
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