About Musa
Musa is a stratovolcano(es) rising to 1,006 meters (3,301 feet) in Japan's Northwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions. No historical eruptions have been recorded, though the volcano is classified based on geological evidence of past activity.
Geography & Climate
Musa is located in Japan, within the Kuril Volcanic Arc of the broader Northwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions. Situated at 43.68° N, 144.89° E in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a temperate climate zone. With a summit elevation of 1,006 meters above sea level, Musa is a moderately sized peak that remains accessible to hikers and researchers for much of the year. The volcanic landform is characterized as a composite, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
GVP Reference Summary
The andesitic-to-dacitic Musa-dake volcano was active about 0.9-0.5 million years ago (Nakano et al., 2001-).
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Musa.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Musa
Is Musa an active volcano?+
Musa is not currently classified as active. Its activity evidence is listed as "unknown." No recorded eruptions have been documented. However, no volcano is ever considered permanently extinct.
How high is Musa?+
Musa has a summit elevation of 1,006 meters (3,301 feet) above sea level. At 1,006 meters, it is a moderately sized volcanic peak, roughly comparable to Mount Vesuvius (1,281m).
What type of volcano is Musa?+
Musa is classified as a Stratovolcano(es). Stratovolcano(es) volcanoes have distinct geological characteristics that set them apart from other volcanic types.
Where is Musa located?+
Musa is located in Japan, in the Northwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Kuril Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are 43.676° latitude, 144.886° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Musa?+
Musa can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Japan may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
