Sakurajima, Active stratovolcano in Kagoshima, Japan
The 1,117-meter-high volcano sits across Kagoshima Bay, connected to the Osumi Peninsula through solidified lava from past eruptions.
In 1914, a massive eruption transformed Sakurajima from an island into a peninsula, joining it permanently to the mainland through lava deposits.
The volcano influences local traditions, with residents incorporating regular ash cleaning routines and emergency protocols into their daily lives.
Regular ferry services connect Kagoshima city to Sakurajima, providing access to observation points and geological research facilities throughout the year.
Sakurajima produces specialized agricultural products, including radishes that grow exceptionally large in the mineral-rich volcanic soil.
Location: Kagoshima
Elevation above the sea: 1,117 m
Made from material: andesite
Part of: 200 Famous Japanese Mountains, Top 100 Geological Sites in Japan, Decade Volcanoes
GPS coordinates: 31.58057,130.65798
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:12
Photo license: GFDL
Photo license: CC BY-SA 3.0
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