okinawa

• Nome próprio que designa a maior ilha do centro do arquipélago de Ryukyu, conhecida por sua cultura e história singulares e por ter sido palco de uma grande campanha da Segunda Guerra Mundial no Pacífico; também se refere à província japonesa e à região que leva esse nome.

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

   • 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.

   Batalha 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.