5.6Moderate
M 5.6 - 55 km NW of Hirara, Japan
55 km NW of Hirara, Japan
March 2, 2026 at 7:39 PM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M5.6
Moderate
Depth
9.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
25.2088ยฐN, 124.9773ยฐE
epicenter
Shakemap MMI
4.2
Modified Mercalli Intensity
About This Earthquake
This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.6 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 55 km NW of Hirara, Japan at a depth of 9.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 2, 2026 at 7:39 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s1en.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 55 km NW of Hirara, Japan earthquake?
This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.6. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.
Where was the 55 km NW of Hirara, Japan earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 55 km NW of Hirara, Japan at a depth of 9.0 km.