Tamaudun

Tamaudun (玉陵) is a historical site located in Naha, the capital city of Okinawa Prefecture in Japan. It is a royal mausoleum of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which was an independent kingdom that ruled over the Okinawa Islands from the 15th to the 19th century.

Tamaudun was built in the early 16th century as the burial site for the royal family members of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The complex consists of three main buildings: the main hall, the East hall, and the West hall. Each hall is designated for specific members of the royal family, and there are a total of 19 tombs in the complex.

The architecture of Tamaudun is a unique blend of traditional Okinawan and Chinese styles. The main hall, in particular, features a gable-roofed structure with red tiles and elaborate carvings of dragons, phoenixes, and other mythical creatures on its bargeboards (hafu).

Today, Tamaudun is a popular tourist attraction and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visitors can explore the complex and learn about the history and culture of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The site is also a popular destination during the annual Shurijo Castle Festival, which features traditional music, dance, and other cultural performances.

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Getting there
1. AcBy Monorail (Yui Rail)
By Bus
Details

Getting there

AcBy Monorail (Yui Rail)

Take the monorail from Naha Airport to Shuri Station (about 27 minutes, 340 yen)
Walk about 15 minutes from Shuri Station

By Bus

Take one of the following bus routes and get off at “Shurijo Castle Park Entrance” bus stop, then walk about 5 minutes:

Intercity Bus No. 46cess by Public Transportation

Naha Bus No. 1

Naha Bus No. 17

Located opposite the Shurijo Castle Park Rest Area
About 150 meters west of Shurijo-mae Intersection, on the left side along Shikina Line passing through Shurijo Castle Park

Details

Hours	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Reception closes at 4:30 PM. Closed on the fourth Wednesday of each month.
Admission	Adults: 300 yen Children (Age 6-15): 150 yen
Phone	+81 98-886-2020
Address	1-3 Shuri Kinjocho, Naha, Okinawa 903-0815, Japan
Resources	https://oki-park.jp/shurijo/shuri-aruki/siseki/2014/03/post-72.html