4.8Light

M 4.8 - 122 km E of Miyako, Japan

122 km E of Miyako, Japan

March 27, 2026 at 1:20 AM UTC

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M4.8
Light
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
39.5986ยฐN, 143.3643ยฐE
epicenter

About This Earthquake

This was a light earthquake registering M4.8 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 122 km E of Miyako, Japan at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.

The earthquake occurred on March 27, 2026 at 1:20 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s7uw.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the 122 km E of Miyako, Japan earthquake?

This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.

Where was the 122 km E of Miyako, Japan earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at 122 km E of Miyako, Japan at a depth of 10.0 km.

M4.8 Light Earthquake - 122 km E of Miyako, Japan | USGS