Iheya Island (Okinawan: 伊平屋島, Ihyaajima) is an island located in the Okinawa Islands of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan.[1][2][3]
Native name: 伊平屋 | |
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Geography | |
Location | Pacific Ocean |
Archipelago | Okinawa Islands |
Area | 20.66 km2 (7.98 sq mi) |
Administration | |
Japan | |
Prefecture | Okinawa Prefecture |
Demographics | |
Population | 1,200 |
Ethnic groups | Ryukyuan, Japanese |
Its total population is 1,200,[1] most of whom are ethnic Ryukyuans. To the southeast of Iheya is nearby Izena Island.
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