Miyazaki Prefecture, a tranquil region on Japan’s southern Kyushu island, is witnessing a fascinating demographic transformation. According to the latest population survey released by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications on January 6, 2025 (based on data from January 1, 2025), the prefecture’s total population is 1,048,347—a 0.98% decrease …
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The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) announced that Shinmoedake volcano, located within the Kirishima mountain range in Kagoshima and Miyazaki prefectures, likely erupted at around 10:15 AM on July 11. Due to poor weather conditions, details such as the height and direction of the volcanic plume remain unclear. Recent Volcanic Activity …
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Key Points Mount Shinmoedake erupted for the first time in seven years on June 22, 2025, with a plume of smoke reaching 500 meters. A safety advisory has been issued, warning of the danger of falling large rocks and pyroclastic flows within 2 kilometers of the crater. The …
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