This is a list of active and extinct volcanoes in Japan. An Orange background indicates a volcano considered active by the Japan Meteorological Agency.

There are four main types of volcano: cinder cones, shield volcanoes, lava domes, and stratovolcanoes—the most common in Japan.

Jul 3, 2015 · In historic times, at least 66 volcanoes have been active in Japan, including Kikai, Iwo-jima, and Nishino-shima volcanoes. A total of 953 eruptions have been witnessed and documented since …

With plenty of volcanoes in Japan, choosing which ones to visit can be a challenge. In this article, I've handpicked 8 best volcanoes and hell valleys based on my firsthand exploration in Japan.

Jun 7, 2024 · From majestic Mount Fuji to an underwater volcano that formed a new island just last year, Japan’s 109 active volcanoes account for around 10 percent of all of the active volcanoes in the world.

Apr 12, 2021 · Japan is home to around 10% of Earth's active volcanoes. In this article, we introduce the most active volcanoes and volcanic sites where you can hike or relax in the onsen hot …

Feb 1, 2026 · Violent volcanic eruptions occur frequently, and at least 60 volcanoes have been active within historical time. Volcanoes born since 1900 include Shōwa Volcano on Hokkaido and Myōjin …