Sakurajima
Japan | Elevation: 1117m
Coordinates: 31.585, 130.657
About
One of Japan's most active volcanoes, located in Kagoshima Bay. Known for frequent explosive eruptions producing ash plumes.
Eruption History
1471VEI 4
1779VEI 4
1914VEI 4
1946VEI 3
1955VEI 2
2009VEI 2
2013VEI 3
2013VEI 3
Record eruptions in single year2009VEI 2
Frequent explosive activity1955VEI 2
Start of current eruptive period1946VEI 3
Showa eruption1914VEI 4
Taisho eruption - joined to mainland1779VEI 4
An'ei eruption1471VEI 4
Bunmei eruptionVEI Scale (Volcanic Explosivity Index)
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Current Volcash Score
Real-time volcanic ash risk data is available via the Volcash API. Use the interactive map for live monitoring.
View on MapSafety Information
During Ash Fall
Stay indoors, close windows, wear N95 masks if outside. Protect electronics and water supplies.
For Outdoor Activities
Check the Volcash score before running, cycling, hiking, or other outdoor activities near active volcanoes.