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Most Recent Eruption of Mount Fuji.
Mount Fuji’s most recent eruption, the Hōei eruption, occurs, marking the last volcanic activity of Japan’s iconic volcano.
In December 1707, Mount Fuji awakened in what is known as the Hōei eruption, its most recent volcanic event. The eruption began on December 16, sending ash plumes over 20 kilometers into the atmosphere. Ashfall reached as far as Edo (modern Tokyo), disrupting agriculture and daily life. The eruption formed a new crater, Hōei-zan, on the volcano’s southeastern flank. Although no lava flows occurred, the ash layers significantly altered the surrounding landscapes. The event provided early insights into volcanic processes and was documented in contemporary Japanese annals. Mount Fuji has remained dormant since, becoming a symbol of stability despite its potential threat. The Hōei eruption continues to shape geological and cultural studies of the volcano.
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Eruption of Mount Fuji