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What is Cave Okinawa?
CAVE OKINAWA is a sacred site long regarded as a spiritual power spot by locals.
Known in the Okinawan dialect as Nuchishinujigama, or "the cave that saved lives",
it holds two legends of miraculous survival.
First, during the Ryukyu era,
the prince of Nakijin Castle is said to have hidden here and later built Iha Castle.
Second, during the Battle of Okinawa,
300 evacuees found shelter here—no lives were lost,
and even a baby boy and girl were born.
Today, the cave is famed for its red and white stalactites,
symbolic of good fortune,
and continues to draw visitors seeking spiritual energy.
- Aqua Zone
- The Aqua Zone is a soothing space tucked away in the quiet limestone cave through which a beautiful stream flows. The sound of the murmuring stream, which sounds as though someone is caressing the surface of the water, calms the mind, while wondrous underwater lighting gently illuminates the rock surfaces and the flowing water. This mysterious landscape, woven together by light and water, brings quiet, deep emotion to visitors and soothes them. Enjoy an extraodrinary moment while experiencing the breath of nature.
- Blue World
- Located deep within the limestone cave, the Blue World is a mysterious space illuminated by wondrous blue lighting. The rock surfaces and the surface of the water are enveloped in deep blue light, making visitors feel as though they have accidentally wandered into a fantasy world. The beautiful contrast created between the interplay of the silence and the brilliant blue glow draws visitors into an extraordinary world. Enjoy this dreamlike stage created by nature and light with all five of your senses.
- Stalactite Crystals
- Stalactite Crystals, created by unending time, is a mysterious space featuring countless magnificent stalactites hanging from the ceiling of the limestone cave. The appearance of the stalactites, which have accumulated drop by drop over tens of thousands of years, evokes the power and delicacy of nature and fascinates visitors. Light gently illuminates the rock surfaces, and the sight of their wondrous glow is truly a work of art created by nature. Feel the flow of time and the breath of nature in silence.
- Red and white stalactites
- The cave's symbol features auspicious red and white stalactites facing each other. The red stalactite is particularly rare and special. It's believed that the red color comes from the red soil carried by rainwater as it seeped through the ground.
- Golden rock
- A rimstone pool is a water-filled basin surrounded by a dam-like formation of calcite. In Japanese, it's sometimes called "Azeishi-ike" (畦石池). These pools form when minerals in groundwater crystallize and settle along the edges of the water, gradually building up the rimstone barriers.
- Sparkling rock
- Calcite is a type of mineral composed of calcium carbonate. It's also known as Iceland spar. In the world of spirituality and crystal healing, calcite is considered a powerful natural stone. It comes in various colors, each believed to amplify different energies. Calcite is often referred to as a "power stone," and its symbolic meaning is "hope and success."
- Colorful World
- As you approach the end of the limestone cave, you will see a Colorful World illuminated with brilliant colors. The hitherto quiet and mysterious space is transformed into a wondrous landscape woven together by light and shadow. The overwhelming beauty, created by a combination of the natural beauty of the rock formations and color, fascinates visitors, making them think they have wandered into a different world. Enjoy a moment filled with mystery and excitement created by the fusion of nature and light.
- Heart rock
- Sunlight streaming through an opening in the cave ceiling creates a magical heart-shaped illumination. This natural wonder is said to bring luck in love to those who make a wish here. With the right camera angle, you can capture a perfect heart shape. It's a great photo opportunity to share with friends or on social media!
- Mysterious Banyan Tree
- In Okinawa, there is an old, longstanding tradition that says banyan trees are inhabited by child spirits called kijimuna. This spirit loves playing pranks, and its favorite food is Okinawa's prefectural fish, gurukun (double-lined fusilier). It is said that whoever gains the favor of a kijimuna will have a happy life.