Trip to Sakurajima – August 2025

At the Yunohira Viewpoint (湯之平展望所) on Sakurajima Volcano. In the background, volcanic ash is erupting out of the volcano. Sakurajima is one of the most of the most active volcanoes in the world. When I have guests visiting, I like to take them here to witness this unique treasure of Japan. There is always a … Continue reading Trip to Sakurajima – August 2025

10 years on

With the extreme heat going on here in Kumamoto (it could be the worst in the history of the city), I was reminded of a similar heat wave that happened 10 years ago when I went to the INQUA Conference in Nagoya. During that week, I discussed my work on ice sheet modelling, and met … Continue reading 10 years on