Aogashima is part of the Izu Islands, more than 350km from Tokyo. The island is the crater of a giant underwater volcano. Located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Aogashima village is always proud to be a great destination for those who want to immerse themselves in nature, or find serenity and relaxation in the hot springs here.
Aogashima is an active volcano, but is classified as a C-class volcano. Its last eruption was in the 1780s, when it killed 170 people – nearly half the island's population at the time.
Life in Aogashima is truly a pure, clean and healthy life because of the wonderful, wild and intact landscape. Especially at night, the tropical landscapes and rich flora and fauna always amaze anyone who sees them for the first time. With a mild, humid climate and the influence of ocean currents, Aogashima becomes home to many different wild birds on their way to winter.
The people of Aogashima Island are self-employed in agriculture, fishing and some services for tourists, all activities on the island are very simple and rustic. Steam generated by the volcano provides the people here with a free heating system, hot water and heat to cook for all residents on the island.
