Aogashima , Active Volcano Island in Japan

Aogashima, Japan's Unique Topography Island

 

     Japan is an archipelagic country. There are many islands that can be used as tourist destinations, one of which is Aogashima Island. It is 358 kilometers south of Tokyo and is inhabited by approximately 160 residents.

Aogashima Island has a fairly unique shape. The valley part of the crater of an active volcano. However, this did not stop the residents from living in the beautiful Aogashima crater.

Perhaps the village on the island of Aogashima, Japan, can be called the most dangerous in the world.

Just think, the village is located inside a volcanic crater that is still active. Even though the volcano could possibly erupt again. (volcano.si.edu)

Aogashima Volcano is a volcano on the island of Aogashima, part of the Izu Islands, about 300 kilometers south of Tokyo, in the Philippine Sea. Aogashima and its residents are part of Japanese citizens and are administered by Tokyo.

Even though it is located in the Tokyo area, Japan, Aogashima Island has a condition that is far from the modernity of the metropolitan city.

In fact, there is no internet access on this island which is considered quite dangerous to live in.

Although remote, this island has an attractive topography. The island is surrounded by cliffs and makes it look like a big bowl.

Apparently, its unique topography has its origins. In 1785, there was a powerful eruption and formed a caldera on this island. As a result, the island has been uninhabited for 50 years since the eruption took place. A total of 130-140 people out of 327 residents died as a result of this eruption.

Aogashima Island has a fairly unique shape. The valley part of the crater of an active volcano. However, this does not dampen the intention of the residents to live in the beautiful Aogashima crater. In Aogashima, the locals live far from the modern world and occupy themselves with outdoor activities.

Around Aogashima Island, there are clear blue waters. Tourists can do activities to climb the mountain. The hot steam that surrounds the central part of the island is used by residents and tourists alike as a sauna.

Unfortunately, access in and out of this island is very limited. The Aogashima Crater can only be reached by two ways, helicopter or ferry. 

You can take a helicopter with a flight time of 2 hours, but a reservation must be made in advance. Meanwhile, if you decide to take the ship, the travel time will be longer, which is 14 hours. In case of bad weather and big waves, transportation to Aogashima is temporarily stopped.

However, when you get there, tourists can enjoy the beauty of Aogashima crater while walking around. Don't forget to watch the weather before you go around the island.