“Shuri Castle Festival” king and queen decided Ryukyu charm appeal Naha Oct. 8 14:39
Before the “Shuri Castle Festival”, which reproduces the rituals of the Ryukyu Kingdom period, will begin in Naha City from 27th of this month, the men and women who will serve as the king and queen will be decided. He talked about his enthusiasm.
Koto Asahi (42), a company employee in Naha City, was chosen as the king, and Oka's occupational therapist Seika Kamiyama (24) was chosen as the queen, and it was performed at the Naha City Hall on the 7th. We received a certificate from the mayor Jouma, who serves as the chairman of the committee.
This time, there were 13 applicants for the king and 24 for the queen, and the two were selected through document screening and screening.
After receiving the certificate, Mr. Takara expressed his enthusiasm, "I want to send the traditional culture of Ryukyu to the inside and outside of the prefecture and seek peace."
Mr. Kamiyama also expressed his aspiration, “I want to be a queen that is loved by everyone, with the kindness and splendor.”
Shuri Castle Festival is scheduled to be held from 27th of this month to 3rd of next month. On the first day, “Ryukyu Dynasty Painting Procession” will be held, where 700 people including the king and queen will parade through Kokusai Street.