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This bell was said to be housed in the Seiden (Main Hall) of Shurijo Castle and was cast by order of King Sho Kyu in 1458. The bell's name comes from the beginning of the verse inscribed on the bell. Height 154.5 cm Weight 721 kg Diameter 94cm. In 1978 it was designated a National Important Cultural Property. Okinawa Prefectural Museum Collection |
