Why Japan Has So Many Earthquakes

Japan is one of the most seismically active places on Earth, experiencing roughly

1,500 earthquakes every year. While most are too small to feel, the country accounts

for about 10% of the world’s total earthquake activity. The reason for this comes down to one

word: Geography. Here are the key facts behind why Japan is so prone to tremors.

#1. The Intersection of Four Tectonic Plates Most countries sit

on a single tectonic plate. Japan, however, is located at a

"crunch point" where four major plates meet and collide: -The Pacific Plate (Oceanic)

-The Philippine Sea Plate (Oceanic) -The Eurasian Plate (Continental) -The North American