Shuri Castle: A historic symbol of Okinawa goes up in flames
On the morning of Oct. 31, the main building of Shuri Castle, a symbol of Okinawa and a popular tourist attraction in the city of Naha, was destroyed in a fire.
Firefighters finally put out the blaze at around 11 a.m. The fire also gutted the north and south buildings, both of which were also wooden. In all, about 4,200 square meters have been destroyed, Naha’s fire department said.
The cause of the blaze is yet unknown.
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Japan's 500-year-old UNESCO World Heritage site Shuri Castle burns down
A fire tore through Japan's World Heritage-listed Shuri Castle on Thursday, reducing the main hall of the more than 500-year-old landmark to a skeleton. Mia Womersley reports
One of Japan's World Heritage sites has been destroyed by fire.
Flames tore through Shuri Castle on Thursday (October 31), reducing the main hall of the over 500-year-old reconstructed landmark to a mere skeleton.
Firefighters on the southern island of Okinawa received the first call around 2:47 a.m, public broadcaster NHK said.
Local media quoted the city's mayor confirming that the castle's dragon monuments had been blackened and said the north and south halls had been destroyed.
Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary spoke at a press conference.
I know Shuri Castle, a World Heritage site, is an extremely important symbol of Okinawa. I feel my heart ache and extend my heartfelt sympathy to the people of Okinawa.
The wooden castle, painted bright red and enclosed by curved stone walls, sits on a hill overlooking Naha.
It was due to be a scheduled stop on the 2020 Tokyo Olympic torch relay route.
The city's fire department said that while the castle had exterior sprinkler systems, its halls did not - as this wasn't required under local fire codes.
Shuri Castle has been destroyed by fire several times, most recently in the Battle of Okinawa in 1945.
After World War 2, it served as a university campus until the mid 1970s.
Once restored, it re-opened as a national park in 1992 and was designated a World Heritage site in the year 2000.
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Shuri Castle in Okinawa, Japan
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Wednesday, October 30, 19:52 (UTC)
Fire at Shuri Castle, a world heritage site
A fire is raging at Shuri Castle, a UNESCO's World Heritage site in the southern prefecture of Okinawa. It started early Thursday morning. Fire trucks have rushed to the scene.
The Naha city fire department says it received an emergency call reporting a fire at the castle at about 2:40 a.m. Japan time.
Police say the main hall and a nearby building have burned to the ground, and another building is burning.
No reports of injury have been reported so far.
The castle, built about 500 years ago by the Ryukyu Dynasty, was designated Japan's national treasure in 1933.
It burnt to the ground during World War Two.
The main hall was restored in 1992, and served as the venue of a banquet for leaders attending the Group of Eight summit.
Remnants of the original castle have also been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, alongside ruins of other castles of the Ryukyu Kingdom in Okinawa.
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How do I fight Jet Lag, that's easy! Just take a day trip to Shurijo Castle! Shuri Castle is a Ryukyuan gusuku in Shuri, Okinawa. Between 1429 and 1879, it was the palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, before becoming largely neglected. In 1945, during the Battle of Okinawa, it was almost completely destroyed
I Forget my hat and try not to overheat, which it tough cuz its hot as F here in Okinawa!! It was also my 3rd day on island so look at those amazing bags under my eyes, that my friends is jet lag. Be sure to visit their website below and also if you are living off base go to Joy Housing, link also below.
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Alright, obviously, the videos are not in order. I forgot to upload this one, so I will now. It starts off with the Okinawa kids getting out at Naha airport, then it shoots to some clips I took in the car on my way to the city of Okinawa I ended up living in.
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Shuri Castle, a symbol of Okinawa, destroyed in fire
The main building of Shuri Castle, a symbol of Okinawa Prefecture and popular tourist attraction in the city of Naha, was destroyed in a fire early Thursday morning, authorities said. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
There were no reports of injuries, police and fire officials said, but nearby residents were told to evacuate.
As of 9 a.m., firefighters were still battling the blaze, which also burned down the north and south buildings. All three were wooden structures. In total, about 4,200 square meters have been destroyed, the city of Naha’s fire department said. More than 10 fire engines have been dispatched. Fire officials said it is highly likely that the fire started in the main building.
The castle long served as the heart of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which ruled the island prefecture from 1429 to 1879, but was destroyed in the Battle of Okinawa in the closing days of World War II. The structures were reconstructed in 1992, and the castle ruins were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2000.
Shuri Castle Fire
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Waking up to this was terrible this morning! Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Okinawa people who have been so kind and loving to our family. We grieve with this important historical loss.
The main building of Shuri Castle, a symbol of Okinawa Prefecture and popular tourist attraction in the city of Naha, was destroyed in a fire early Thursday morning, authorities said. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
There were no reports of injuries, police and fire officials said, but about 30 nearby residents were temporarily evacuated.
The fire was put out around 11 a.m., the city of Naha’s fire department said.
In total, about 4,200 square meters of the facility have been destroyed, including the main, north and south buildings. All three were wooden structures, but no sprinklers were installed, the fire department said.
More than 10 fire engines were dispatched to the scene. Fire officials said it is highly likely that the fire started in the main building.
The castle long served as the heart of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which ruled the island prefecture from 1429 to 1879, but was destroyed in the Battle of Okinawa in the closing days of World War II. The structures were reconstructed in 1992, and the castle ruins were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2000.
“The cause of the fire has not been determined yet but a security company alarm went off at around 2:30 in the morning,” said Ryo Kochi, a spokesman with the Okinawa Prefectural Police.
Television footage showed large orange flames engulfing the castle.
Fire at Shuri Castle
According to the fire department in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, a fire broke out near the main hall of Shuri Castle
Fire engulfs Japan’s 600-year-old Shuri Castle, a World Heritage Site in Okinawa
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A fire ripped through Shuri Castle on Japan’s southern island of Okinawa, early on October 31, 2019. The historic Japanese castle was largely destroyed during World War II, but reopened as a national park after restoration in 1992. It was registered along with the surrounding complex and other Ryukyu sites in the region as a Unesco World Heritage Site in 2000.
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Public Market in Naha city! Heiwa street, Ichiba Hondouri, a lot of Okinawan products! Locals are buying traditional local foods or items here much!
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Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa - Naha - Japan
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa hotel city: Naha - Country: Japan
Address: Kume 2-1-5; zip code: 900-0033
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa is centrally located in the city centre, a 5-minute walk from the Asahibashi Monorail Station. It offers modern accommodation with a spa, 2 dining options and free Wi-Fi in the lobby.
-- L'Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa est situé dans le centre-ville, à 5 minutes à pied de la station de monorail Asahibashi. Cet établissement propose un hébergement moderne avec un spa, 2 choix de restauration et une connexion Wi-Fi gratuite dans le hall.
-- El Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa está en el centro de la ciudad, a 5 minutos a pie de la estación de monorraíl de Asahibashi. Ofrece un alojamiento moderno con spa, 2 locales de restauración y conexión Wi-Fi gratuita en el vestíbulo.
-- Das Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa empfängt Sie 5 Gehminuten vom Monorail-Bahnhof Asahibashi entfernt mitten im Zentrum der Stadt. Hier erwarten Sie moderne Unterkünfte, ein Spa, 2 gastronomische Einrichtungen und kostenfreies WLAN in der Lobby.
-- Het Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa ligt op een centrale locatie in het centrum van de stad, op 5 minuten lopen van het monorailstation Asahibashi. Het hotel biedt moderne accommodatie met een spa, 2 eetgelegenheden en gratis WiFi in de lobby.
-- Situato nel centro della città, a 5 minuti a piedi dalla stazione della monorotaia di Asahibashi, l'Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa offre sistemazioni moderne, un centro benessere, 2 punti ristoro e la connessione Wi-Fi gratuita nella hall.
-- O Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa apresenta uma localização central no centro da cidade, a 5 minutos a pé da Estação Monocarril de Asahibashi. Dispõe de acomodações modernas com um spa, 2 opções de refeições e acesso Wi-Fi gratuito no átrio.
-- 沖縄ナハナ・ホテル&スパはモノレール旭橋駅から徒歩5分の市内中心部に位置しています。モダンな客室、スパ、飲食店2軒、無料Wi-Fi（ロビー）を提供しています。 客室にはエアコン、お茶セット、ワークデスク、衛星テレビ、専用バスルーム（ヘアドライヤー、バスタブ付）が備わります。 リラックスできるスパでは、3種類のホットタブ、プライベートマッサージ、スパトリートメントを提供しています。洗濯機と衣類乾燥機、インターネット付きパソコンを無料で利用できます。ギフトショップとコンビニが1階にあります。 ...
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-- Спа-отель Okinawa NaHaNa находится в центре города, в 5 минутах ходьбы от станции монорельсовой железной дороги Asahibashi. К услугам гостей современные номера, спа-центр, 2 ресторана и бесплатный WiFi в лобби.
-- Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa har ett centralt läge i stadens centrum, 5 minuters promenad från monorail-stationen Asahibashi. Här erbjuds moderna boendeenheter, spa, 2 matställen och gratis Wi-Fi i lobbyn.
-- يتميز Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa بموقع مركزي في وسط المدينة على بعد مسافة 5 دقائق سيرًا على الأقدام من محطة Asahibashi Monorail، ويوفر مكان إقامة عصري مع سبا وخيارين لتناول الطعام، وتتوفر خدمة الواي فاي في اللوبي مجانًا.
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【Okinawa “Aka-gawara” Red Roof Tiles】OKINAWA STRUCTURE Vol.3 - The identity of Okinawan architecture
1. Prologue
0:00-2:30 Reveal the secrets of Okinawa’s “red” roof from multiple perspectives
2. The material
2:30-4:30 How the material “kucha” was made
3. The makers and history
4:30-6:00 The makers of Okinawa red roof tiles in Yonabaru
6:00-6:50 History of Okinawa red roof tiles and the restoration of Shuri Castle
4. A case study on Okinawa red roof tiles are used
6:50-9:20 Case 1 Hotels and Resorts: Hoshinoya Taketomi Island
9:20-13:20 Case 2 Cultural heritage: The Nakamura House
13:20-14:40 In modern context - “mixed structure” house
14:40-17:30 Case 3 Public institutions and school: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST)
5. Epilogue
17:30-20:15 Thoughts on the future - the perspectives
●About this movie
This movie was made by the Okinawa General Bureau, Economy, Trade and Industry Department, as part of the Regional Collective Trademark case study project.
“Regional Collective Trademark” is a trademark which consists of the respective region’s name along with the respective name of the regional goods or services. In addition to the technique and creativity of the maker, we can find the source of brand value in contents surrounding the trademark, such as the organic connection of history, culture, industry, natural environment and so on.
In this movie, we aim to clarity the value of “Okinawa Aka-gawara Red Roof Tile” (Trademark Reg. No. 5205201) as a regional brand, which is one of the regional collective trademarks, by reviewing and organizing the various perspectives of the makers, users and researchers.
●About Okinawa “Aka-gawara” Red Roof Tiles
Okinawa “aka-gawara” is a traditional roof tile made and used in Okinawa since the seventeenth century. This red unglazed roof tile is made of a raw material called “kucha”- a mudstone which is unique to Okinawa, and these roof tiles have became the identity of Okinawa’s traditional landscape.
During the Ryukyu Kingdom era, Okinawa “aka-gawara” red roof tiles were only allowed to be used for royal establishments, but in 1889 after the kingdom fell and became Okinawa Prefecture of Japan, the use of Okinawa red roof tiles were opened for the public. Nowadays, they are used widely for cultural heritages, public institutions and schools, hotels and resorts, business establishments and regular housing.
The makers of continuously challenging to preserve and pass down the traditional material and technique, while innovating new techniques and shapes to suit the modern needs, in order to protect the landscape and identity of Okinawa.
●About “OKINAWA STRUCTURE”
Feeling the Spirituality and History
of the People of Okinawa on the Ground
Okinawa is an island full of long-lasting traditional crafts and local industries.
The spirituality and culture of the people is condensed in their skills and lives.
This project aims to show the manufacturing process and usage,
to let people know the reality of the makers of such crafts and industries,
and to ensure the authentic value of their work and fostering trust for their skills.
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Osato Kawara Factory
Nakou Flower Pot Factory
Hoshino Resort Co., Ltd.
Authorized Community Cooperation Taketomi Public Hall
Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum
Shurijo Castle Park (Okinawa Commemorative National Government Park Shurijo Area)
Naha Municipal Tsuboya Pottery Museum
The Nakamura House
Kansai University Faculty of Environmental and Urban Engineering, Department of Architecture
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Horror as inferno consumes Japan's 600-year-old World Heritage site Shuri Castle - Today News
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For any copyright, please send me a message. A fire has destroyed an historic Japanese castle built 600 years ago. Shuri Castle, a 14th century World Heritage site in Okinawa, has been ravaged by the blaze, which was still burning early this morning. A popular tourist attraction, the wooden structure was constructed as the royal castle of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Dramatic pictures show flames tearing through the complex, which was in the middle of its annual mid-autumn festival. It had been scheduled to be included as a stop on the 2020 Tokyo Olympic torch relay route. Emergency responders received the first call about the fire at around 2:47am (5.47pm GMT), public broadcaster NHK said. According to Mail Online, Ryo Kochi, a spokesman with the Okinawa prefectural police, said: The cause of the fire has not been determined yet but a security company alarm went off at around 2.30am in the morning. Located on a hilltop overlooking the city of Naha and enclosed by curved stone walls, the castle and its surrounding structures were painted a vivid red, and recognisable by their sloped tiled roofs. It has been destroyed and rebuilt after many fires - most recently in the Battle of Okinawa in 1945. The Japanese dug in around the castle and mounted a fierce defence against US troops. After World War II, the castle served as a campus for Okinawa's largest public university until the mid 1970s. Following a restoration, the castle re-opened as a national park in 1992. It was designated a World Heritage site in 2000. In addition to the main hall, the north and south halls have been destroyed, NHK said. No-one has been injured, reports say.
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Complete Guide to Visiting the Beautiful Islands of Okinawa Japan｜Day 106-109 - Okinawa
Okinawa (沖縄県, Okinawa-ken) is Japan's southernmost prefecture, consisting of a few dozen, small islands in the southern half of the Nansei Shoto, the island chain which stretches over about one thousand kilometers from Kyushu to Taiwan. Okinawa Prefecture can be divided into three major island groups, the Okinawa Islands (Okinawa Shoto) around Okinawa Island (Okinawa Honto), the Miyako Islands (Miyako Retto) around Miyako Island and the Yaeyama Islands (Yaeyama Retto) around Ishigaki Island. Okinawa's climate is subtropical, with temperatures barely falling below 15 degrees in winter. The seas surrounding Okinawa's islands are considered among the world's most beautiful with coral reefs and abundant marine wildlife. Consequently, snorkeling and scuba diving are among Okinawa's top attractions.
The islands making up Okinawa Prefecture, are also known as the Ryukyu Islands, named after the native culture, which is distinctly different from that of the rest of Japan in terms of language, cuisine, arts, etc.
We had tons of fun here and it is definitely a wonderful vacation spot for any travelers venturing off to Japan.
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