okinawa

• Nombre propio que designa la isla más grande del archipiélago de Ryukyu, conocida por su cultura y historia distintivas, así como por ser escenario de una importante campaña de la Segunda Guerra Mundial en el Pacífico. También se refiere a la prefectura japonesa que comprende dicha isla y otras adyacentes.

A proper noun referring to the largest island of the central Ryukyu Islands, known for its distinct culture and history, as well as being the site of a major World War II campaign in the Pacific.

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1. Japanese islandB1formal

   The largest island of the central Ryukyu Islands, located in southern Japan, known for its unique culture and subtropical climate.

   Okinawa (isla)

   • Okinawa is a popular tourist destination for its beautiful beaches.
   • The traditional music of Okinawa is distinct from mainland Japan.
   • Many people visit Okinawa to explore its historical sites.

2. World War II battleB2formal

   A major campaign in the Pacific theater of World War II (April to June 1945), where US forces captured the island from Japanese defenders in intense close-quarters combat.

   Batalla de Okinawa

   • The Battle of Okinawa was one of the bloodiest conflicts in the Pacific.
   • Historians consider the Okinawa campaign a turning point in the war.
   • Memorials on the island honor the soldiers who fought in the battle.