Type Gusuku Condition Ruins | Open to
the public yes Built by Ououso | |
Controlled by Nanzan (1400?–1429)
Ryūkyū Kingdom (1429–1879)
Empire of Japan (1879–1945)
United States Military Government of the Ryukyu Islands(1945-1950)
United States Civil Administration of the Ryukyu Islands(1950-1972)
Japan(1972-present) In use 1400?–early 17th century Materials Ryūkyūan limestone, wood | ||
Tomigusuku Castle (豊見城城, Tomigusuku jō) is a Ryūkyūan gusuku in Tomigusuku, Okinawa. It was built in about 1400 by Ououso, then King of Nanzan, and is now a ruined castle. The castle is not far off of Highway 58.
World War II
During the Battle of Okinawa, much of the castle ruins were destroyed. In addition, 175 Japanese soldiers committed suicide near Tomigusuku Castle, rather than surrendering to the Allies.
References
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