From Naha, Japan: Genta Koja has won a gubernatorial election, defeating incumbent Denny Tamaki. The election board reported that Koja received a record number of votes, exceeding 400,000.
Further details about the election are available from the source. The outcome of the election has been confirmed by Okinawa's election board.
The number of votes Koja received is notable, marking a record in the election.
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