[Shurijo Castle Park] Announcement: Recruiting King and Queen for the 2026 Shurijo Reconstruction Festival (Deadline: June 26)
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- [Shurijo Castle Park] Announcement: Recruiting King and Queen for the 2026 Shurijo Reconstruction Festival (Deadline: June 26)
- Shurijo Castle Park is seeking applicants for the roles of King and Queen to represent the park during the 2026 Shurijo Reconstruction Festival. Applications close on June 26. Residents of Okinawa aged 18 or older are eligible.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 13, 2026
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Shurijo Castle Park is seeking applicants for the roles of King and Queen to represent the park during the 2026 Shurijo Reconstruction Festival. Applications close on June 26. Residents of Okinawa aged 18 or older are eligible.
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- [Shurijo Castle Park] Announcement: Recruiting King and Queen for the 2026 Shurijo Reconstruction Festival (Deadline: June 26) (June 13, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 13, 2026
Shurijo Castle Park is seeking applicants for the roles of King and Queen to represent the park during the 2026 Shurijo Reconstruction Festival. Applications close on June 26. Residents of Okinawa aged 18 or older are eligible.
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This fiscal year marks the commemorative completion of the main hall. This is a vital opportunity to broadly promote the new path of Shurijo Castle's restoration. We are looking for individuals to take on the important role of promoting the history and culture of the Ryukyu Kingdom, while energizing the castle's reconstruction and Okinawa tourism.
■ Duties of the King and Queen
The selected individuals will represent the park at various events inside and outside Shurijo Castle Park, including the 2026 'Shurijo Reconstruction Festival' and 'New Year's Banquet'.
■ Eligibility
1. Must be a resident of Okinawa Prefecture.
2. Must be in good physical and mental health.
3. Must have an interest in Ryukyu history and culture.
4. Must be at least 18 years old as of April 1, 2026.
5. Must be able to participate in events (including rehearsals) held between August 2026 and 2027.
- November 2026: Shurijo Reconstruction Festival [Ryukyu Dynasty Picture Scroll Procession, etc.]
- January 2027: New Year's Banquet [Rituals, etc.]
- Other 2026 events: Okinawa tourism promotions and related activities.
* Specific requirements due to costume constraints:
- Queen: Height 160cm or taller, hair length at least to the chest.
- King: Height 170cm or taller, robust build, and dignified appearance.
■ How to Apply
Please complete the designated application form and submit it with L-sized full-body and upper-body photographs (women must include photos showing hair length) to the specified address.
* Documents will not be returned. Personal information is used only for the selection process.
■ Application Period
May 27, 2026 - June 26, 2026 (must arrive by the deadline).
■ Selection Process
- First round: Document screening (early July).
- Second round: Public selection event (July 12, 2026).
■ Prizes
- King & Queen: 1 person each (Certificate, 50,000 yen, and gift).
- Runners-up: 1 person each for King & Queen (30,000 yen and gift).
■ Duties of the King and Queen
The selected individuals will represent the park at various events inside and outside Shurijo Castle Park, including the 2026 'Shurijo Reconstruction Festival' and 'New Year's Banquet'.
■ Eligibility
1. Must be a resident of Okinawa Prefecture.
2. Must be in good physical and mental health.
3. Must have an interest in Ryukyu history and culture.
4. Must be at least 18 years old as of April 1, 2026.
5. Must be able to participate in events (including rehearsals) held between August 2026 and 2027.
- November 2026: Shurijo Reconstruction Festival [Ryukyu Dynasty Picture Scroll Procession, etc.]
- January 2027: New Year's Banquet [Rituals, etc.]
- Other 2026 events: Okinawa tourism promotions and related activities.
* Specific requirements due to costume constraints:
- Queen: Height 160cm or taller, hair length at least to the chest.
- King: Height 170cm or taller, robust build, and dignified appearance.
■ How to Apply
Please complete the designated application form and submit it with L-sized full-body and upper-body photographs (women must include photos showing hair length) to the specified address.
* Documents will not be returned. Personal information is used only for the selection process.
■ Application Period
May 27, 2026 - June 26, 2026 (must arrive by the deadline).
■ Selection Process
- First round: Document screening (early July).
- Second round: Public selection event (July 12, 2026).
■ Prizes
- King & Queen: 1 person each (Certificate, 50,000 yen, and gift).
- Runners-up: 1 person each for King & Queen (30,000 yen and gift).
FAQ
令和8年度首里城公園の国王・王妃の募集期間はいつまでですか？
募集期間は令和8年5月27日（水）から6月26日（金）までです。
国王・王妃に応募するための主な資格条件は何ですか？
沖縄県内在住、心身ともに健康、琉球の歴史文化に興味があり、令和8年4月1日時点で18歳以上であることなどが条件です。
応募方法を教えてください。
専用応募用紙に必要事項を明記し、上半身および全身写真のL判サイズを添付して指定の応募先へ送付してください。
選出された国王・王妃には何が授与されますか？
認定証、賞金5万円、および副賞が授与されます。
二次審査（選出大会）はいつ、どこで開催されますか？
令和8年7月12日（日）に、沖縄タイムスホール（那覇市久茂地）にて開催されます。