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Ginowan, Okinawa

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Ginowan (宜野湾市; -shi) is a city located in Okinawa, Japan.

As of 2003, the city has an estimated population of 88,318 and the density of 4,526.81 persons per km². The total area is 19.51 km².

The city was founded on July 1, 1962.

Ginowan borders Chataan to the west, Okinawa City to the North, and Gushikawa and Shuri to the south.

It's tourist attractions include two castle ruins.

Ginowan surrounds two major military installations (US Marine Corps bases), and a small US Army base.