The Southport School's campuses sprawl over 51 acres of sunlit castle-like buildings, verdant sporting ovals and playing fields, tennis courts and heated swimming pools - but the imposing grandeur ...
You don't need to book your visit in advance. Last admission to the castle is 30 minutes before closure, or dusk if earlier. Castle View Café opens seasonally.
Last entry to the castle is always 30 minutes before the advertised closing time. During the main season last entry to the castle is at 4pm, in the winter last entry is at 3pm.
The castle burned down several times over the centuries but was rebuilt each time. Prior to the Oct. 31, 2019, blaze, Shuri-jo Castle was last destroyed in the 1945 Battle of Okinawa.