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Naha, Okinawa

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Naha (那覇市; -shi) is the capital city of 沖縄県 Okinawa Prefecture (Okinawan Uchinā) in Japan.

The Shurei no Mon is a gate that is one of Naha's most famous sights
The Shurei no Mon is a gate that is one of Naha's most famous sights

As of 2003, the city has an estimated population of 307,090 and the density of 7,878.14 persons per km&sup2. The total area is 38.98 km².

Walls of Shuri Castle in Naha
Walls of Shuri Castle in Naha

Shuri Castle is an important gusuku in Naha.

The city was founded on May 20, 1921.

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