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Story summary
- On March 16, 2023, two boats capsized off Henoko, Okinawa, Japan, resulting in the deaths of a 17-year-old female student and a 71-year-old boat captain.
- The boats were carrying 21 individuals, mainly students from Doshisha International Junior/Senior High School, involved in a peace education program.
- All passengers were rescued, with at least two sustaining injuries.
- Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki expressed heartbreak over the incident, while the coast guard is investigating despite a high surf advisory being in effect.
- The area is controversial due to plans for relocating a US military base.
