4.9Light
M 4.9 - 127 km E of Yamada, Japan
127 km E of Yamada, Japan
March 27, 2026 at 4:56 AM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M4.9
Light
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
39.4034ยฐN, 143.4316ยฐE
epicenter
About This Earthquake
This was a light earthquake registering M4.9 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 127 km E of Yamada, Japan at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 27, 2026 at 4:56 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s7xc.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 127 km E of Yamada, Japan earthquake?
This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.
Where was the 127 km E of Yamada, Japan earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 127 km E of Yamada, Japan at a depth of 10.0 km.