7,300 Years Ago, Japan Experienced One of Earth's Largest Volcanic Eruptions

The Kikai-Akahoya eruption, occurring around 5250 BCE off Japan's southwestern coast, is among the most destructive volcanic events in history. This eruption involved massive releases of magma and volcanic material from beneath the seabed. The aftermath and human response to this event have provided surprising insights to scientists.

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