Nakagami District

Nakagami District extends over 139 square kilometers and contains six municipalities including Yomitan, Kadena, Chatan, Kitanakagusuku, Nakagusuku, and Nishihara.

The district emerged through an Imperial Edict on April 1, 1896, as part of a reorganization that divided Okinawa Prefecture into five administrative regions.

The district maintains strong connections to Ryukyu traditions through pottery making in Yomitan and the preservation of ancient castle structures in Nakagusuku.

The presence of Kadena Air Base and American Village in Chatan creates a distinct international environment with numerous English-speaking services and facilities.

The district combines UNESCO World Heritage sites, military installations, and traditional craft centers within its boundaries, creating an unusual administrative mixture.

Location: Okinawa Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 1896

GPS coordinates: 26.30917,127.77722

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:14