Feel the pleasant autumn breeze, and visit Shurijo Castle Festival to travel back in time to the Ryukyu Kingdom era! The special days festival will feature Ryukyu dance performances and recreation of Ryukyu King Coronation Ceremony by Chinese envoys.
The highlight of the festival, magnificent Ryukyu Dynasty Procession, will take your breath away, as a cast of 1,500 performers parade down the vibrant Kokusai Street in colorful and gorgeous costumes. Meet the dignified King of Ryukyu, elegant Queen, and numbers of Kingdom officials and entertainment parties. It is more than just a dress-up. It is a revival of the prosperous Ryukyu Dynasty to the present!
On Nov 3rd, Ryukyu Kingdom Festival will follow, with another opulent parade reflecting Ryukyu Kingdom's heyday. In addition, youth of the present day Shuri will appear performing traditional Hatagashira(flag pole performance). Hatagashira Battle, and fireworks at Ryutan-pond will also be an exciting must-see!

[Schedule]

Oct.28-30/Ryukyu Traditional Performing Art at Shurijo "Lower Courtyard" (free zone)
Oct.29/11:50-13:10/The procession of Chinese investiture envoys at "Lower Courtyard" and "Una Forecourt"
Oct.30/12:30-14:30/Ryukyu Dynasty Royal Procession at Naha Kokusai Street
Nov.3/12:50-15:30/Traditional procession at around Shurijo Park.

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