gift-shop. Originally called the Nishi-no-udun or Giseiden, it was built around 1506–1521. – located east of the Shicha-nu-una, originally the government office responsible for the genealogy of noble families, currently housing a tearoom and stage for Ryukyuan dance shows. – a work area for high-officials (such as the Kinju-gashira, Kinju-yaku, and Hisa), currently a passageway between the Nanden and Seiden. – private area for the king, his wife, and mother, south of the Seiden. Originally dated to at least 1671, and rebuilt by 1715, it connected the Nanden to Oku-shoin. Inner rooms included the Suzuhiki and Ochane-zume. – the "South Hall", formerly an entertainment area for Satsuma envoys, currently an exhibition space. – a sitting room for the king linked to the Seidan. Built in 1765, it was later extended south in 1874. – unknown function. Located north of the Kushino-una. – rest house for the king, south of the Seiden, originally dated to at least 1715. – anteroom located south of the Nanden for royal princes, and guest/official reception area. – the "Main Hall", also called the State Palace, was situated to the east of the Una, but facing west towards China, and contains the throne room and royal living and ceremonial areas. The western facade includes two 4.1 meter high Dai-Ryu Chu (Great Dragon Pillars), crafted of sandstone from Yonaguni Island, and symbols of the king. The left dragon is called Ungyou, and the right is Agyou, and these motifs are replicated throughout the building including the roof. Other decorative elements include botan (peony flowers), shishi (golden dragons), and zuiun (clouds). The Shichagui (first floor) was where the king personally conducted affairs of state and ceremonies. The Usasuka was the lower area in front of where the king sat, with the Hira-usasuka (side-areas) flanking either side. The second floor included the Ufugui, the area for the queen and her attendants, and the Usasuku, the upper main throne room of the king. Behind it are the Osenmikocha, chambers where the king would pray daily. According to historical records, the Seiden was burned down and rebuilt four times (most recently in 1992), and was also used as the prayer hall for a Shinto shrine between 1923-1945. – study and office of the king, south of the Nanden, where Chinese/Satsuma officials were entertained when visiting. – cultural/exhibition center, gift shop, and restaurant area. – unknown function, but now housing the Bridge