About Amawari
Amawari was an aristocrat.
was a Ryukyuan Lord (Aji) of Katsuren Castle, known for his ambitions for the throne of the Ryukyu Kingdom and scheme and attack against Gosamaru, Aji of Yomitanzan and Nakagusuku.
Life
Amawari was born to a peasant family in Yara, in Chatan Magiri (now Kadena). Overthrowing the Katsuren Aji, Amawari seized his domain. In 1458, Amawari accused Gosamaru of plotting to overthrow the king, and as a result came to lead the royal armies in an attack on Nakagusuku which ended in Gosamaru's death by suicide. It has been theorized that the entire affair was organized by the royal government, in order to remove both Gosamaru and Amawari as powerful rivals and potential threats to the succession.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Amawari?
Ryukyuan lord
When did Amawari die?
Amawari died in 1458.
What was Amawari's occupation?
Amawari was an aristocrat.
What nationality was Amawari?
Amawari's recorded nationality: Ryukyu Kingdom.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Amawari. https://biography.guide/amawari/
MLA: "Amawari." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/amawari/.
Chicago: "Amawari." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/amawari/.
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