6 people have died by the volcanic activities of Mt. Aso so far. :)
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There have been no recorded deaths from Mt Aso's eruption in recent history. However, the volcano's eruptions have caused evacuations and disrupted tourism and agriculture in the surrounding areas.
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The first documented eruption of Mount Aso was in 553. The last time it erupted (as of 2014) was in 1993.
The nearest cities to Mount Aso in Japan are Aso City and Kumamoto City. Aso City is located at the base of the mountain, while Kumamoto City is the capital of Kumamoto Prefecture and is located approximately 30 kilometers south of Mount Aso.
As of now, there are no recorded fatalities from people directly caused by the activities of Mount Aso in Japan. However, there have been casualties in the past due to eruptions and volcanic hazards in the area surrounding the volcano.
Yes, Mount Aso is a caldera complex in Japan, comprising several stratovolcanoes. It is not a shield volcano, as shield volcanoes are typically characterized by gentle slopes and broad, flattened shapes, whereas Mount Aso has a more complex and irregular topography due to its formation as a caldera.