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M4.5 Depth: 38.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 127 km S of Honchō, Japan

UTC time: 2025-12-15 21:44:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 15, 2025 at 21:44 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near 127 km S of Honchō, Japan. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 38 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.5
Depth
38.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-15 21:44:49 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
40.98420, 142.99460
Temperature
6.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 38 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 38 km
Shallow
38 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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    Distance: 210 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 2'038 m ·Last eruption: 1919 ·Japan
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