The Worst Tsunami of All Time : 2011 Japan

The Worst Tsunami of All Time : 2011 Japan

On March 11, 2011, Japan was struck by a 9.0 megathrust earthquake that triggered one of the deadliest tsunamis in modern history. Within minutes, massive waves slammed into the Tōhoku coast, sweeping away cities, homes, and lives. This video breaks down the 2011 Japan tsunami step-by-step — how it formed, how fast it hit, why it was so destructive, and the human stories behind the tragedy. From the science of megathrust quakes to real footage and survivor accounts, this is the full story of the disaster that changed Japan forever.