Shō Jun (1873–1945)

Shō Jun (尚順, Shō Jun, 1873 – 1945) was a member of the Ryukyuan aristocracy and head of the Shō family, the former royal family of the Ryukyu Kingdom. He was the eldest son of Shō Tai, the last king of Ryukyu, and succeeded his father as head of the family upon the latter's death in 1901. He was a prominent figure in Okinawan society during the period of Japanese annexation and later, a member of the House of Peers in the Japanese Diet.

Shō Jun played a significant role in navigating the complex political and social landscape following the abolition of the Ryukyu Kingdom and its incorporation into Japan as Okinawa Prefecture. He worked to preserve elements of Ryukyuan culture and traditions while adapting to the new Japanese administration. He received the title of Marquess (侯爵, kōshaku) from the Meiji government, acknowledging his family's former royal status.

During his tenure, Shō Jun oversaw the management of the Shō family's extensive landholdings and business interests. He also engaged in philanthropic activities, supporting educational and cultural initiatives in Okinawa. His life reflected the challenges and transformations faced by the Okinawan people in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as they transitioned from an independent kingdom to a part of the Japanese Empire. He died in 1945, during the Battle of Okinawa.