Ryukyu
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- proper noun
- /rjuːˈkjuː/
- I served aboard the PCE 873 as quartermaster, and we acted as the control vessel for many of the invasions through the Ryukyu chain of islands, which included Okinawa.
- Ryukyu Islands
- Ryukyu island
- Ryukyu chain
Examples
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Surrounded by coral reefs and covered with lush green foliage and brilliant flowers, the Ryukyu Islands appear exotic to most Japanese.
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Oshiro, 76, is a legendary singer of shima uta, songs of the Ryukyu Islands, as Okinawa is also known.
Blog text (31) -
The Ryukyu Islands lie scattered in the sea to the northeast of our country's Taiwan and southwest.
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The situation was exacerbated in 1972 when the nearby Ryukyu Islands (which had been placed under U.S. trusteeship by the 1951 San Francisco Peace Treaty) were returned to Japan.
Academic text (2005) -
The Ryukyu Islands are famous for their unique cultural traditions and vibrant festivals.
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Visitors are often captivated by the natural beauty and rich history of the Ryukyu Islands, which attract tourists from around the world.
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The distinct language spoken in the Ryukyu Islands reflects the area's diverse heritage and influences from neighboring regions.
Synonyms
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A chain of islands southwest of mainland Japan known for warm weather and unique culture
Surface Forms
Etymology
Ryukyu comes from the old name Liuqiu that Chinese and Japanese people used for these southern islands. So, the Ryukyu Islands are the group of islands with their own languages, traditions, and warm coastlines.