Shuri Castle Festival
ParadeGrand procession recreating the Ryukyu Kingdom era at Shuri Castle.
8 festivals in this area
Grand procession recreating the Ryukyu Kingdom era at Shuri Castle.

A great tug-of-war on the lunar calendar's eighth-month full moon offers prayers for harvests, fishing and health.
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Crowds join a great tug-of-war held with wishes for harvests, health and prosperity.
Residents and visitors gather for a summer celebration in central Miyakojima.

Dragon-boat races following the lunar calendar honor Itoman's fishing traditions.

Dragon-boat races at Naha's port accompany prayers for safe voyages and good catches.

Okinawa's massive tug of war festival, listed in the Guinness Book of Records.

Okinawa's largest Eisa dance festival with powerful taiko drumming and dance.