"Resurrection of Shuri Castle is the responsibility of the country."
Four days after the fire at Shuri Castle in Naha City, the minister in charge of Okinawa, Kitakata, visited the site on the 4th. He stressed the country's responsibility for rebuilding, including providing necessary financial support.
On the afternoon of the 4th, Mr. Eto Okinawa, Northern Minister, visited Shuri Castle in Naha City, where the main building was burnt down due to a large-scale fire, and confirmed the situation at the site while receiving explanations from national officials. .
After this, Minister Eto told reporters, “I was surprised by the strength of the fire. Shurijou was shocked by the fact that it condensed Okinawa's history, culture and traditions, and it was a big heart for the citizens of the prefecture. I ’m worried that it ’s going to hurt me. ”
In addition, regarding the reconstruction of Shuri Castle, “National government needs to be responsible. Prime Minister Abe's idea is to record the necessary budget whenever necessary,” he said. He stressed the idea that the country including it should proceed with responsibility.