okinawa

• Nom propre désignant la plus grande île de l'archipel central des Ryūkyū, connue pour sa culture et son histoire distinctives, ainsi que pour avoir été le site d'une importante campagne de la Seconde Guerre mondiale dans le Pacifique.

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.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Japanese islandB1formal

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

   Okinawa (île)

   • 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.

   bataille d'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.