The Shinmoedake live camera lets you check the current state of the eruption plume, visibility near the summit, cloud cover, and weather around the Kirishima Mountains. In addition to the Japan Meteorological Agency’s monitoring camera images, it brings together footage from KYT Kagoshima Yomiuri TV and MBC Minaminihon Broadcasting, making it convenient when you want to compare the current state of Shinmoedake from different angles.
At night or due to rain, fog, or thick clouds, the mountain and eruption plume may be difficult to see. Additionally, volcanic activity and safety cannot be determined from live footage alone. For the eruption alert level, ashfall forecasts, entry restrictions, and impacts on surrounding roads, check the latest information issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency, Kagoshima Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, and Kirishima City. Do not approach restricted zones or dangerous areas, and follow the instructions of local authorities and related agencies.
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- Live Camera Information
- What You Can Check on the Shinmoedake Live Camera
- Comparing JMA, KYT, and MBC Footage
- Check Eruption Alert Levels, Ashfall, and Entry Restrictions
- Weather in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture
- Rain cloud radar in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture
- Map of Kirishimataguchi, Kirishima, Kagoshima (Google Maps)
- FAQ About the Shinmoedake Live Camera
- Related Live Cameras
- Nearby Live Cameras
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- View Live Camera ① (Shinmoedake)
- View Live Camera ② (Shinmoedake — video)
- View Live Camera ③ (Kagoshima Airport / Shinmoedake)
Live Camera Information
Live Camera ①
- Distribution type — Still image
- Distribution/Management — Japan Meteorological Agency
- Location — Shinmoedake, Kirishimataguchi, Kirishima, Kagoshima 899-4201
- Image source — Created by processing content from the Japan Meteorological Agency website
Live Camera ②
- Distribution type — Video
- Distribution/Management — KYT Information Camera (Shinmoedake) — Kagoshima Yomiuri TV
- Location — Shinmoedake, Kirishimataguchi, Kirishima, Kagoshima 899-4201
Live Camera ③
- Distribution type — Video
- Distribution/Management — MBC Minaminihon Broadcasting
- Location — Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture
What You Can Check on the Shinmoedake Live Camera
The live camera lets you check the visibility near the Shinmoedake summit, the presence or absence of eruption plumes and fumarolic gas, the state of cloud and fog cover, and the sky conditions around the area. When an eruption plume is visible, you can also check the direction it is being carried by the wind and changes in visibility, but the exact eruption plume height or degree of volcanic activity cannot be determined from footage. If the crater area is obscured by clouds or the mountain is not visible at night, check again after some time.
Comparing JMA, KYT, and MBC Footage
This page provides links to the Japan Meteorological Agency monitoring camera images, KYT Kagoshima Yomiuri TV video footage, and MBC Minaminihon Broadcasting footage. Since the camera locations, shooting directions, and image update intervals differ, even if Shinmoedake is obscured by clouds on one camera, the summit or eruption plume may be visible on another. The camera facing Kagoshima Airport is also useful for checking visibility and sky conditions around the airport.
Check Eruption Alert Levels, Ashfall, and Entry Restrictions
Before visiting the area around Shinmoedake, check not only live footage but also eruption warnings, eruption alert levels, explanatory information on volcanic conditions, and ashfall forecasts issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency. The scope of restrictions on hiking trails and roads may change depending on volcanic activity. Even when eruption plumes or ashfall are observed, do not go to check conditions in person — follow the latest information from Kagoshima Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, Kirishima City, and on-site guidance.
Weather in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture
Rain cloud radar in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture
Map of Kirishimataguchi, Kirishima, Kagoshima (Google Maps)
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FAQ About the Shinmoedake Live Camera
What can I check on the Shinmoedake live camera?
You can check the area near the Shinmoedake summit, eruption plumes and fumarolic gas, cloud and fog conditions, and the sky around the Kirishima Mountains. Since each camera has a different shooting location and direction, it is recommended to compare multiple feeds.
Why is Shinmoedake not visible on the live camera?
Shinmoedake may not be visible due to nighttime conditions, rain, fog, thick clouds, camera maintenance, or communication failures. Check a different camera or try again after some time.
Can safety around Shinmoedake be determined from the live camera alone?
Safety cannot be determined from live footage alone. Always check the Japan Meteorological Agency’s eruption warnings, eruption alert levels, ashfall forecasts, and entry restrictions announced by Kagoshima Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, Kirishima City, and other authorities.
Related Live Cameras
- Shinmoedake West Side Live Camera — Check Shinmoedake from the west side.
- Kirishima Mountains from Onamino-ike Live Camera — Check the state of the Kirishima Mountains from the direction of Onamino-ike.
- Kirishima Mountains Ohachi Live Camera — Check the area around Ohachi (crater) using Japan Meteorological Agency monitoring images.
- Kirishima Mountains from Shinwa no Sato Live Camera — Check the Kirishima Mountains from the direction of Shinwa no Sato Park.
- Kirishima City Live Camera List — A collection of cameras covering the Kirishima Mountains, roads, rivers, and Kagoshima Airport.