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.