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Okinawa’s Shuri Castle reopens this November
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Okinawa's Shuri Castle will reopen its main hall to the public this November following extensive reconstruction. The site returns to operation seven years after a major fire destroyed the historic structure in 2019.
- 01Reconstruction of the main hall is complete after the devastating 2019 fire
- 02Public access to the UNESCO World Heritage site resumes in November 2026
- 03The landmark restoration represents a significant recovery for Okinawa's cultural tourism sector
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The castle’s main hall is set to welcome visitors again after the devastating 2019 fire