M4.7 Depth: 10.3 km

M4.7 Earthquake near 16 km NNE of Midori, Japan (Japan)

UTC time: 2025-10-26 03:04:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near 16 km NNE of Midori, Japan (Japan) on October 26, 2025 at 03:04 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS. Japan: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 10 earthquakes, the strongest at M5.7.

Details

Magnitude

M4.7

Depth

10.3 km

UTC time

2025-10-26 03:04:55 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Japan

City

midori shi

Source

usgs

Coordinates

36.59010, 139.34070

Temperature

14.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10.3 km

10.3 km — shallower than the regional average (35.3 km)

Regional average: 35.3 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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