4.6Light
M 4.6 - 117 km E of Yamada, Japan
117 km E of Yamada, Japan
March 27, 2026 at 12:59 AM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M4.6
Light
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
39.5827ยฐN, 143.3051ยฐE
epicenter
About This Earthquake
This was a light earthquake registering M4.6 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 117 km E of Yamada, Japan at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 27, 2026 at 12:59 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s7up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 117 km E of Yamada, Japan earthquake?
This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.
Where was the 117 km E of Yamada, Japan earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 117 km E of Yamada, Japan at a depth of 10.0 km.