Modern sedimentation of shelf to basin deposits offshore of Southwest Japan

effects of the strong ocean current, Kuroshio to the sedimentation

Abstract

The strong ocean current, Kuroshio prevailing along the Pacific coast of Southwest Japan is an important factor for modern sedimentary processes in the shelf to basin area. Both of surficial sediment and bedform distribution reflect the bottom flows related to the Kuroshio. These effects are commonly observed along offshore of Southwest Japan.