Henza Island
Henza Island (平安座島, Henza-jima, Okinawan: Henza or Hyanza) is an islet in the Yokatsu Islands of Okinawa Prefecture. Japan. Situated next to Miyagi Island, the two are separated by a 3 to 10 meter wide channel.
Native name: 平安座島 | |
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| Geography | |
| Coordinates | 26°20′57″N 127°57′36″E |
| Archipelago | Yokatsu Islands (Ryukyu Islands) |
| Administration | |
| Okinawa Prefecture | |
| Uruma City | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 1,800+ |
| Ethnic groups | Ryukyuan, Japanese |
Its only village, Yonashirohenza, is located in the very south of the island and has a population of roughly 1,800, with the rest of the island being used for oil refineries and tank farms. These oil refineries are restricted, meaning only the village and a road on the island's east side leading to Miyagi Island are open for public access.
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