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Shifting of tetonic plates
Because japan lies on the ring of fire. The ring of fire is an area surrounding the Pacific Ocean where crust often shifts.
Because Japan is on the edge of tectonc plates that every so often slip which causes the earthquake. It is worst for Japan because they are on the edge of the plates.
This is because Japan lies very close to a tectonic plate boundary. It is also in the 'Ring of Fire' area, which is an area stretching from New Zealand over and down to Peru and Chile. These areas are more likely to get earthquakes as they are close to Plate boundaries.
Yes, because Japan is in a place called: "The Ring of Fire" which has a lot of tectonic plates moving and slipping.
What else can I help you with?
What is the cause for earthquakes in Japan?
The Movement of Techtonic Plates causes the earthquakes in Japan.
Why in japan houses are made of wood?
Houses in Japan are made of wood as japan is prone to earthquakes and does experience constant earthquakes
Was Japan a major area for Earthquakes?
Yes, Japan is an earthquake-prone spot. Japan is more likely to have earthquakes than many other countries.
Which months do Japan have their earthquakes in?
There is no specific time frame that earthquakes occur in.
Why does Japan get earthquakes and not London?
Japan is near to a fault line.
Why are earthquakes only in japan?
Earthquakes are not only in Japan - they happen all over the world. In the last two years there have been notable earthquakes in Japan, China, New Zealand and many other places around the world.
Why do tsunami's hit Japan?
This is because earthquakes and tremors are common in Japan. That triggers tsunamis to occur
Why does Japan suck?
Because of Earthquakes.
Which country has the biggest earthquakes?
JAPAN
Where is the ring of fire in japan?
EARTHQUAKES
What country has early earthquakes?
Japan
What are the daily earthquakes japan has?
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