Tamauden
It was built by "King Sho Shin" (reigned 1477-1527), the 3rd king of the 2nd Sho clan of the Ryukyu Kingdom, to worship his parents, his father "King Sho En".
After King Sho Shin built Shuri Tamaruku (the mausoleum where King Sho En was enshrined, which is registered as a World Heritage site), he built this Tamaruku Palace in Izena.
In the east chamber of the Tamagoten, King Shoen's parents and his sister are enshrined, and in the west chamber, the Meikari family and other relatives of the Yutunuchi (Yutunuchi) are enshrined.
King Sho Shin is known as a masterful ruler who deeply respected his father, King Sho En, and greatly developed the kingdom's seiji, culture, and faith. He was a king who led the Ryukyu Kingdom through a period of stability, valuing the arts, learning, and the culture of prayer. He was a king who valued the culture of art, learning, and prayer.
In order to pass down his father's achievements to future generations, he built the "Tamauraung (Tamaryo)" to enshrine examples of the royal family by Shurijo Castle.
The Tamagoden is an important place of prayer for the royal family, and at the same time, it symbolizes the Ryukyuan culture of "honoring ancestors and passing on their thoughts to the next generation.
Located at the foot of Mt. Izenajo with Dodo, the natural environment surrounding Tamagoden itself creates a sacred atmosphere, with moss-covered stone piles and quiet forests spreading out around it. When you visit, touch the air with a quiet mind and feel the deep religious culture of Izena Island.
Basic Information
| Spot Name | Tamauden |
| Location | Izena Village, Izena, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa 905-0603 |
| Access | 5 minutes drive from Nakada Port |
| Charge | free |
| parking lot | Simple parking space available in the vicinity (*Caution for large vehicles) |
| equipment | Trail and Oshojoba Harujo available |
| remarks | You are not allowed to climb the stairs to enter. Please visit from below or pray from the passageway. Also, please visit Tamagoden with good manners, as it is a sacred place. |
| Map | View in Google Maps |
Q&A
What kind of place is it?
These are the graves of the parents, sister, and relatives of the second Sho clan of the Ryukyu Kingdom. It has been carefully protected as a place of prayer for the islanders.
Where is the far shrine (ochotsukuba) located?
It is located on the right side facing the front. You can worship from here.
Can I go at night?
Please visit during the daytime, as it is pitch-dark at night with no outside lights and poor footing. However, please check the website of the Tourist Association for details on the lighting-up events that may be held.
Can I bring my child?
Yes, you can bring small children.
What is the best time to visit?
Morning to mid-day is recommended. If you visit during quiet and cool hours, you can feel the sacred atmosphere of the Utaki more.
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