Trip to Japan #6, Day 5 - Shuri Castle was the former seat of power for the Ryukyu Kingdom. Conquered by Japan in the 19th century and left to fall into disrepair, destroyed during the horrific Battle of Okinawa in 1945 (the worst of the Pacific War), and rebuilt only to be destroyed again—this time by an accidental fire in 2019—the castle is set to rise again like a phoenix in 2026. During our visit, construction work was not yet fully complete, but we could still admire its structure and striking red color. The site also offers a breathtaking panoramic view of Naha, with the Pacific Ocean on the horizon—simply magnificent.

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