Uezu kamiya
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Uezu kamiya is a sacred site in Nanjô City, on Okinawa Island, dedicated to the worship of royal prince Shô Furi and his descendants. The shrine is managed by members of the Ôshiro family (aka Uezu house; descendants of Shô Furi).
The tombs of Shô Furi and several of his immediate relatives are located nearby, along with several other sacred sites associated with him.
References
- Plaques on-site at tomb of Shô Furi.[1]
