Nojima Fault

Nojima Fault (野島断層, Nojima Dansō) is a fault that was responsible for the Great Hanshin earthquake. It cuts across Awaji Island. It is a branch of the Japan Median Tectonic Line which runs the length of the southern half of Honshu island.

Nojima Fault
side view of Nojima Fault
Nojima Fault in relation to 1995 Kobe Quake.

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