Okinawa Island

Okinawa is a Japanese island in the East China Sea. In Naha city, Shuri Castle is the rebuilt palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom. One of several remaining Ryukyuan fortresses on Okinawa from the Gusuku period, it features the ornate gate of Shureimon. The Okinawa Prefectural Museum has exhibitions on Okinawa's natural and cultural heritage, plus a collection of fine art. Kokusai Street is lined with shops and restaurants.