M5.20 Earthquake – 48 km E of Nishinoomote, Japan

16 July 2026, 21:49 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.20 earthquake struck 48 km E of Nishinoomote, Japan on 16 July 2026, 21:49 UTC, at a depth of 35 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.20 (mb)
Location
48 km E of Nishinoomote, Japan
Date & time
16 July 2026, 21:49 UTC
Coordinates
30.7625, 131.5099
Depth
35.00 km
Felt reports
1 (USGS "Did You Feel It?")
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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