Japan is crisscrossed with 111 active volcanoes. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) is responsible for monitoring volcanic activity and providing related disaster preparedness information.

Japan is stepping up its volcano research that trails far behind its advanced studies on earthquakes despite being home to 111 active volcanoes, about 10 percent of the global total.

Sakurajima, an active volcano in southern Japan. Surprisingly, there is a technique called “Haiboshi” that maximizes the flavor of seasonal fish using its volcanic ash. Let's explore the ...