Ryukyu Mura

Ryukyu Mura (琉球村) is an open-air museum located in Onna Village, Okinawa, Japan. The museum aims to preserve and showcase the traditional culture and way of life of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which ruled the Okinawa Islands from the 15th to the 19th century.

At Ryukyu Mura, visitors can explore a recreated traditional Ryukyuan village, complete with authentic buildings relocated from various parts of Okinawa, traditional crafts demonstrations, and cultural performances. The village includes various types of traditional Okinawan homes, a temple, a castle gate, a marketplace where visitors can buy souvenirs and local crafts, and various workshops where visitors can experience traditional crafts.

The museum also features a variety of cultural performances and events, including Eisa drumming, Ryukyu dance, and traditional Okinawan music. Visitors can participate in hands-on activities like weaving, pottery making, and dyeing.

Ryukyu Mura is a popular tourist destination in Okinawa, providing a unique and interactive opportunity to experience and learn about the rich cultural heritage of the Ryukyu Kingdom.

Getting there

By Bus

From Naha:

• Take bus number 120 from Naha Bus Terminal to Ryukyu Mura-mae bus stop
• Journey time: Approximately 80 minutes
• Cost: Around 1,070 yen from Naha Bus Terminal or 1,160 yen from Naha Airport
• Frequency: Two buses per hour

By Car

From Naha:

• Drive north on the Okinawa Expressway and exit at Ishikawa IC
• Continue on local roads to Ryukyu Mura
• Journey time: About 50 minutes (longer during rush hours)
• Expressway toll: Approximately 650 yen

Details

Hours	8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Admission	Adults: 1,650 yen High school and university students: 1,100 yen Age 6-15: 550 yen Age 6 and under: Free
Phone	+81 98-965-1234
Address	1130 Yamada, Onna, Kunigami District, Okinawa 904-0416, Japan
Official Website	https://www.ryukyumura.co.jp/official/