Geruma Island

Geruma Island (慶留間島, Geruma-jima, Okinawan: ギルマ Giruma) is an island in the Pacific Ocean. It is part of the Kerama Islands group in Shimajiri District, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. This small island is linked by a bridge to Fukaji and Aka islands.[1]

Geruma Island
Native name:
慶留間島 (Geruma-jima)
Aerial view of Geruma Island
Geography
LocationPacific Ocean
Coordinates26°10′53″N 127°17′21″E
ArchipelagoKerama Islands
Administration
Japan
PrefectureOkinawa Prefecture
Demographics
Ethnic groupsRyukyuan, Japanese

References

  1. Geruma Island- Kerama islands website.


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