Henza Island (Okinawa): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Henza Island is a island in Uruma, Okinawa Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 839 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 平安座島 |
| Location | Uruma, Okinawa Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Tedako-Uranishi Station – about 24.6 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 839 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 994 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 1176 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 26.34889, 127.95806 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | http://www.henza.jp/ |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Tedako-Uranishi Station, about 24.6 km away. The most convenient station can be a different one, so check a route planner before you go.
- Distances on this page are straight-line figures calculated from map coordinates. Real travel time depends on the route and transfers.
- Opening days, hours and prices change. Please confirm them on the official website linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (平安座島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Miyagi Island – Island, about 3 km away
- Hamahiga Island – Island, about 3 km away
- Uruma City Marine History Museum – Museum, about 3 km away
- Yabuchi Island – Island, about 5 km away
- Ukibaru Island – Island, about 6 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.