Western Japan and Okinawa: what is under scaffolding?

2 of 6 landmarks in Western Japan and Okinawa have works or closures reported. Status of every landmark, sorted by how much it affects your photos. Last checked 2 Nov 2026.

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Shuri CastleThe rebuilt main hall, lost to fire in 2019, is scheduled to open to the public on 23 November 2026. Until then the grounds are open but the…Closed
Kumamoto CastleThe main keep reopened in 2021 after earthquake damage; repairs to walls and other buildings continue and parts of the grounds are off-limit…Partial
Himeji CastleNo works reportedClear
Hiroshima Peace Memorial (A-Bomb Dome)No works reportedClear
Itsukushima Shrine Torii (Miyajima)No works reportedClear
Osaka CastleNo works reportedClear

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