Mount Asama

Mount Asama is a volcano located in central Japan, about 90 miles northwest of Tokyo. On February 2, 2009, Mount Asama erupted, spewing volcanic ash more than one mile up from its crater. There were no immediate reports of any damage or injuries from what officials called a "minor eruption."ABC News: Volcano Erupts Near Tokyo Raining Ash Down on City

Mount Asama erupted in August 2008, but the eruption was minor and did not cause any damage. The last major eruption was in September 2004, when smoke and ash was spewed nearly 125 miles from the volcano. In 1783, an eruption at Mount Asama caused significant, widespread damage, killing about 1,500 people.ABC News: Volcano Erupts Near Tokyo Raining Ash Down on City BBC News: Volcano erupts close to Tokyo