Okinawa (city)

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Okinawa (city)

Name

Okinawa (city)

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Okinawa City is the second-largest city in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, located on the central part of Okinawa Island. It was formed in 1974 through the merger of Koza and Misato, two municipalities heavily influenced by the presence of United States military bases. The city is a major commercial hub.

Statistics

Area

49.72 km²

Population

142,094

Location