Myōjin-shō, Submarine volcano in Japan
Myōjin-shō is a submarine volcano located in the Izu Islands, Japan.
It erupted in 1952, causing a significant tsunami and destroying a research vessel.
The name 'Myōjin-shō' means 'the reef of the sea goddess' in Japanese.
Due to its active volcanic status, it's not accessible for tourists.
It has a unique double caldera structure.
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Elevation above the sea
-50 m
GPS coordinates
31.88333,139.91667
Latest update
August 31, 2026 14:57
