Shuri-jo in 2014-15
This stone gate was built in 1519 by Nishito who was born on Taketomi Island (one of the Yaeyama Islands). Sonohyan-utaki was visited by the King and members of the royal family for prayer. They prayed for a safe journey when the king went outside the castle. They also prayed here first when events of pilgrimage and the accession ceremony of the highest rank of shaman called Kikoe Okimi were held. The stone gate was made from Ryukyu limestone except wooden door.
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