Mount Aso

As of May 2026, the crater is closed to visitors due to a not yet recovered helicopter wreck on the southeast slope. The helicopter crashed in January 2026 but the conditions inside the crater prevent safe access for recovery personnel.

Details

Type
Somma volcano in Caldera complex
Location
Kyushu, Japan
Map Size
280
Other Name
Aso Volcano
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Last Eruption
20 October 2021 - Present