The University of the Ryukyus (琉球大学, Ryūkyū Daigaku?), abbreviated to Ryūdai (琉大?), is a national university of Japan. It is located in the town of Nishihara on Okinawa Island in Okinawa Prefecture. There are also campuses in Nakagusuku and Ginowan. It is the westernmost national university of Japan and the largest public university in Okinawa Prefecture. Since Ryūdai boasts a large-scale medical school and many distinguished faculty members, it is recognized as the most prestigious university in Okinawa.
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