The New Year ceremony observed at Shurijo Castle on New Year's Day during the Ryukyu Kingdom era was called "Chohai-Okishiki" (morning worshiping regulation). The King and other officials of the Ryukyu Royal Court lined up in the courtyard and participated in a solemn traditional Chinese ceremony. Please enjoy the New Year 's Day of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which welcomes the New Year with gorgeous and vivid colors.