UNESCO World Heritage
○ Second 100 Castles
Zakimi Castle
座喜味城
A UNESCO World Heritage Gusuku in Yomitanson, Okinawa, built by the great castle architect Gosamaru in the early 15th century. Its double-layered curved walls feature the first-ever use of arched castle gates (rounded vaulted arch) in Japan.
| Japanese Name | 座喜味城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 沖縄県 |
| Region | 九州 |
| Castle Type | Gusuku |
| Year Built | 15th c. |
| Designation | 続100名城 |
| Coordinates | 26.4333, 127.7167 |