❮ Naha

Sonohyan-utaki

園比屋武御嶽

historic site in Naha

#2 in Naha / #386 in Japan

by 663highland

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Sonohyan-utaki is a sacred grove located in Naha, Okinawa, Japan. It holds significant cultural and historical importance as part of the Ryukyu Kingdom's religious practices. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Sonohyan-utaki was traditionally used by Ryukyu kings for prayer before embarking on journeys. The grove includes a stone gate, known as the Sonohyan-utaki Ishimon, which symbolizes the entrance to the sacred space.

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