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Ogasawara Archipelago
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Ogasawara Archipelago
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Over a thousand kilometers from the coast but part of Tokyo, this group of around forty islands is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Beautiful landscapes, stunning beaches, diving opportunities, and short hikes. Also bears witness to World War II battles that took place in the archipelago, such as on Iwo Jima.
Overview of the Ogasawara Archipelago
Over a thousand kilometers from the coast but part of Tokyo, this group of around forty islands is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Beautiful landscapes, stunning beaches, diving opportunities, and short hikes. It also bears witness to World War II battles that took place in the archipelago, such as on Iwo Jima.
Key Facts
- Type of place: archipelago.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
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- Number of islands: 41 islands (two inhabited).
- Main islands: Chichijima and Hahajima
- Population: 3,049 inhabitants (2017).
- Area: 106.1 km².
- Highest point: South Iwo Jima (916 m).
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