| Namecheap | Hover | Porkbun | Godaddy | Gandi | NameSilo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $11.98 | N/A | N/A | $16.99 | $14.86 | N/A |
The average price of a .ryukyu domain is $14.61.
The cheapest place to buy a .ryukyu domain is Namecheap for $11.98.
The .ryukyu domain is a proposed new top-level domain (TLD) that was delegated to the Root Zone of the Domain Name System (DNS) on April 3, 2014. The Ryukyu Islands are a chain of islands located in southwestern Japan, with Okinawa being the largest island. The name "Ryukyu" is commonly used to refer to Okinawa Prefecture and has historic links to the Ryukyu Kingdom, Ryukyu-han, and government of the Ryukyu Islands. The islands are known for their subtropical climate, unique history, traditions, languages, and cultures, making them a popular tourist destination in Japan. BusinessRalliart, an entity based in Japan, was the only applicant for both the .ryukyu and .okinawa domains and successfully obtained delegation for the former.
There are no specific restrictions on owning or registering a domain under the .ryukyu TLD. The second-level domain names under this TLD are open for registration to everyone, and the registry operator, BusinessRalliart, aims to maintain industry-leading service levels, innovate, and deliver a superior user experience associated with the TLD. However, it is important to note that ICANN deemed the term "Ryukyu" does not refer to a geographic area as defined by its standards, making it a non-geoTLD instead. This ruling has no overt negative repercussions for the application and the mission of .ryukyu, which is to establish an online presence for Okinawa, provide a better communication platform, and contribute to the development of Okinawa.