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Among the nine cultural sites in the Okinawa Island are the following:

Shuri Castle - It is considered as the most important castle of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Before, it served as an administrative center and residence of the Ryukyu kings for several centuries.

Nakagusuku Castle Ruins - The ruins of this castle is the best preserved among the many castle ruins in Okinawa. It also offers a nice views of the surrounding area and Nakagusuka Bay.

Katsuren Castle Ruins - This castle is known as the former seat of the popular lord of Amawari in the 15th century. It also offers a nice view below as it is located on a steep hill close to the coast.

Zakimi Castle Ruins - Located on a hill near Cape Zampa in the central Okinawa Honto. It has the Okinawa's oldest arched stone gate. It also offers a 360 degree view of the central Okinawa.

Nakijin Castle Ruins - It is located in the Northern Okinawa Honto. It was the residence of the Ryukyuan Kingdom governor. Today, it is a bit populated hillside.

Other sites:

Tamaudun Mausoleum - It is located near the Shuri Castle. It served as the mauseleum for the royal family of the Ryukyu Kingdom built around the 16th century.

Sonohyan Utaki Stone Gate - It is located along the main hall of Shuri Castle. It served as a guardian shrine of the Ryukyu Kingdom.

Shikinaen Garden - A beautiful Japanese style landscape garden located in Naha City, Okinawa. It is served as the second home of the royal family of the Ryukyu Kingdom.

Sefa Utaki - It is located on a forested hillside. Considered as one of the most sacred sites of the Okinawan Region that is one of the key locations to worship nature.