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Sakurajima is located in Kagoshima, Kyushu, Japan. It is a volcano named after...many tales. This composite volcano is not the only volcano in Japan. There are about 200 volcanoes in total and 60 active ones.

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When was the most destructive eruption of Sakurajima?

The most destructive eruption of Sakurajima occurred in 1914 when a large explosive eruption caused significant damage to surrounding areas and resulted in the formation of the current volcanic island.


How old is Sakurajima?

As a separate volcano, Sakurajima is about 22,000 years old. It is the latest peak in the Aira caldera and was a separate island until an eruption in 1914. It has been in the current state of eruption since 1955.


When was the last time sakurajima erupted?

On March 10, 2009, Sakurajima erupted, sending debris up to 2 km away. An eruption had been expected following a series of smaller explosions over the weekend. It is not thought there was any damage caused by the latest eruption.


How much damage did the 1914 sakurajima eruption cause?

The 1914 eruption of Sakurajima, located in Japan's Kagoshima Prefecture, resulted in significant damage, particularly to the nearby town of Kagoshima. The eruption produced extensive ash fall and pyroclastic flows, destroying homes and agricultural land. While there were relatively few casualties reported, the economic impact was severe, with damages estimated in the millions of yen at the time. The eruption fundamentally altered the landscape, creating a new landmass connected to the island of Kyushu.


What are the dangers of mount sakurajima?

earthquake, lava eruption, pyroclastic flow


Is sakurajima dormant active or extinct?

Sakurajima is active.


What plate is Mount Sakurajima on?

No. Sakurajima is a volcano associate with a plate boundary.


Where is sakurajima?

Mount sakurajima is located in Kagoshima, Japan and is a stratovolcano.


How many people died in the February 2016 Sakurajima eruption?

35 people were killed in the 1914 eruption. 80 people were killed in total


Where is sakurajima locatied?

Mount sakurajima is located in Kagoshima, Japan and is a stratovolcano.


Where does sakurajima japan get its name?

sakurajima literally means cherry blossom


Is sakurajima a hot spot?

No. Sakurajima is a volcano associated with a convergent plate boundary.