Niikappu mud volcano

What it is

• A group of four remaining mud volcanoes created after the last glacial period.
• Formations created by geological faults and underground pressure rather than traditional volcanic activity.
• A designated Hokkaido Natural Monument located on private ranch land.
• Active hills that erupt mud and change shape during major earthquakes.

What to see

• The eighth hill which is the largest and most active of the group.
• Geological structures situated along National Route 235.
• Four distinct mud hills visible from a distance due to restricted public access.

Getting there

• The site is located approximately two kilometers from the Niikappu town center.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.