Mount Kurikoma

Mount Kurikoma

Mount Kurikoma, also known as Kurikomayama and Sukawadake is an active stratovolcano in Japan that stands tall. The volcano is located in Iwate Prefecture on Honshu, the largest of the four main islands of Japan. In addition to recent eruptions, the volcano is seismically active. It is the main feature of Kurikoma Quasi-National Park and a tourist attraction due to its hot springs, hiking trails and flora.

Details

Type
Stratovolcano with somma
Range
Ōu Mountains
Listing
Volcanoes in Japan
Location
Iwate Prefecture
Elevation Ft
5338
Volcanic Arc
Northeastern Japan Arc
Last Eruption
1944