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 Chatan to the west, Okinawa City to the North, Urasoe to the south, and Nishihara to the east.

It's tourist attractions include two castle ruins.

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

External links

• Official website in Japanese