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Because they are in the ring of fire, a very volcanic area around the pacific tectonic plate that always moves and causes earthquakes, in California, Alaska, Haiti, and ofcourse Japan. I'm 13
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They do not. There are earthquakes all over the world, every day. But because Japan is part of the "Ring of Fire" around the Pacific Ocean, Japan does sometimes experience severe quakes.
But then, so does California, South America, Iran, and New Zealand. And earthquakes can hit almost anywhere. See the link below for the real-time list of "recent earthquakes".
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Why do tsunami's hit Japan?
This is because earthquakes and tremors are common in Japan. That triggers tsunamis to occur
Where do most earthquakes and tsunami occurs?
Japan. Tsunami's really don`t happen in most countries(Hawaii may vary). Earthquakes are popular in Japan,so yes.
What year did Japan earthquake happen?
The recent magnitude 9.0 earthquake hit northern Japan on Friday March 11, 2011.Related resources:List of earthquakes in JapanToday's Earthquakes in Japan
Where is the place where most earthquakes go?
Mostly in California, and in southwest Nevada. Japan as well.
How many earthquakes have japan had over the years?
Because the island of Japan lies in an area where several plates meet, it has experienced frequent earthquakes. Earthquakes are caused by the release of energy or seismic waves when these plates move. See the related links below for a list of earthquakes that have hit Japan in the past. The most recent earthquake and biggest to ever hit Japan occured March 11, 2011 and measured 8.9 on the Richter scale.
Where do earthquakes mostly occer?
Istaanbul. you'll be surprised to see how many earthquakes hit there every year.....*ohh*
Why is Japan often hit by earthquakes?
Japan is hit because its it right next to two Tectonic Plates that constantly rub up against each other.
How many earthquakes hit japan 2011?
One 8.9 Magnitude and about 100 6.0 Aftershocks
What part of Japan is often hit by earthquakes?
As seen Recently on the telly there has been a huge earthquake of the coast of Japan. So Earthquakes are most common near the coast of Japan. I may not be correct as I have relied on the TV.
What is Tokyo's most frequent disaster?
Earthquakes are th most common natural disaster to to hit Japan.
What is the cause for earthquakes in Japan?
The Movement of Techtonic Plates causes the earthquakes in Japan.
What are the most common places tsunamis hit?
Tsunamis hit mostly in the "Ring of Fire". The ring of fire surrounds most of the Pacific ocean.
