Nakijin gusuku

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Nakijin gusuku (今帰仁城) is a gusuku (Ryukyuan castle or fortress) located in Nakijin. It is currently in ruins. In the late 14th century, the Ryukyus consisted of three principalities: Nanzan to the south, Chuzan in the central area, and Hokuzan in the north. Nakijin was the fortress of Hokuzan. The fortress includes several sacred Utaki groves, reflecting the gusuku's role as a center of religious activity. It is famous for the Hikan cherries which bloom in northern Okinawa between mid January and early February.