Shimoji-shima (下地島), (Miyako: Sïmuzï) is one of the Miyako Islands, a part of the Ryukyu Islands. The island is administered by Miyakojima, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The island is connected to Irabu Island via Nakaji Bridge (仲地橋).^[1]

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Shimoji Island

Native name: Shimoji-shima (下地島)
Shimoji Island seen from the SSE.
Geography
Location	Okinawa Prefecture
Coordinates	24°48′58″N 125°9′25″E
Archipelago	Miyako Islands
Area	9.68 km2 (3.74 sq mi)[1]
Highest elevation	21.6 m (70.9 ft)
Administration
Japan
Prefecture	Okinawa Prefecture
Demographics
Population	76 (2015 national census)[1]
Ethnic groups	Ryukyuan, Japanese

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Shimoji-shima is included within the Irabu Prefectural Natural Park and is the main setting for the anime series Stratos 4.

Shimojishima Airport is located on the island.

• Irabu Island