Sonohyan Utaki Stone Gate

Sonohyan Utaki Stone Gate made from Ryukyu limestone is a place of worship where the emperor used to pray for his safety when going out. During the Pacific War, a part of the building was destroyed, but it was restored in 1957. In 2000, it was designated as a World Heritage Site. Though it is in the shape of a gate, it is not for people to walk through but is more of a “gate for worship” to God.

Spot details

Address: Okinawa prefecture Naha city Shuri Shuri Castle Park Map
Area: Naha / Shuri Area
Phone: 0988862020
Closed: open everyday
*You can take a walk outside of OpenHours.However, the parking lot is open everyday.
Fees: Free
Parking Lot: Available
* Shurijo Castle Park Fee Parking Lot (8:30-18:00)
Note: [Shurijo Castle Park Management Center] 098-886-2020
Shurijo Castle Park and all facilities in the park, including the Charge facility, are currently temporarily closed due to the Tuesday disaster that occurred on October 31, 2019. Please refer to the official website of Shurijo Castle Park for the latest information on the opening of the park.