Gushikawa Castle (Kume)
Gushikawa Castle (具志川城, Gushikawa jō, Okinawan: Gushichaa Gushiku[1]) is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Kumejima, Okinawa, on Kume Island. It was built in the 15th century. The Miifugaa rock formation can be seen from the castle.[2]
Miifugaa rock formation near Gushikawa Castle
| Gushikawa Castle 具志川城 | |
|---|---|
| Nakandakari, Kumejima, Shimajiri District, Okinawa 901-3135, Japan | |
  Gushikawa Castle 具志川城  Gushikawa Castle 具志川城 | |
| Coordinates | 26°22′59.4″N 126°45′3.4″E |
| Type | Gusuku |
| Site information | |
| Controlled by | Ryūkyū Kingdom (16th century–1879).svg.png.webp){kind=small} Empire of Japan (1879–1945).svg.png.webp){kind=small} United States Military Government of the Ryukyu Islands(1945-1950)United States Civil Administration of the Ryukyu Islands(1950-1972) Japan(1972-present) |
| Open to the public | yes |
| Condition | Ruins |
| Site history | |
| Built | 15th century |
| Materials | Ryukyuan limestone, wood |
References
- "グシチャー". 首里・那覇方言音声データベース (in Japanese).
- Martin, Benjamin. "Gushikawa Castle Ruins". kumeguide.com. Retrieved 2018-08-12.
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