How many people died in the 1751 Nadachi landslide?

Published estimates put the death toll of the 1751 Nadachi landslide (21 May 1751) at 428.

When did the 1751 Nadachi landslide happen?

It occurred on 21 May 1751 in Japan.

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1751 Nadachi landslide

21 May 1751 Japan · Asia 428 deaths

1751 Nadachi landslide occurred on 21 May 1751 in Japan. Recorded deaths: 428.

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