Okinawa Prefecture

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Japan's southernmost and westernmost prefecture
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Japan's southernmost and westernmost prefecture
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Okinawa Prefecture is Japan's southernmost and westernmost prefecture. It comprises the Okinawa, Sakishima, and Daitō island groups, with Naha on Okinawa Island as its capital. Historically the center of the Ryukyu Kingdom, it was incorporated into Japan in 1879. The prefecture has a subtropical climate and distinctive traditions, cuisine, music, and performing arts. Its economy is mainly service-based, with tourism a major driver.
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