• Japan’s decision to release an AI-generated video depicting a Mount Fuji eruption has sparked both appreciation and concern.
• The video, launched on August 26 to mark the anniversary of Japan’s first volcano observatory, aims to educate citizens on the potentially devastating consequences of an eruption—ash clouds, power outages, and transport paralysis.
• By advising people to stock essentials and use protective gear, the campaign underscores the importance of preparedness in a nation frequently challenged by natural disasters.