M5.1 Earthquake near 78 km ENE of Tatsugō, Japan
About this earthquake
A magnitude M5.1 earthquake was recorded near 78 km ENE of Tatsugō, Japan on March 11, 2025 at 02:10 UTC. With a focal depth of about 29 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude can damage poorly built structures.
The event was recorded by USGS.
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Depth profile
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
Depth classes per USGS
Nearby population centers
Distances are straight-line distances from the epicenter. Population data: GeoNames.
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Subsequent earthquakes nearby
Events recorded after this earthquake within 150 km. They are not automatically classified as aftershocks.
Comparison of seismic sources
3 sources currently report magnitudes from M5.0 to M5.2.
Measurements can differ because agencies use different networks and calculation methods. Values may be revised.
Historical context nearby
Comparison with recorded earthquakes before this event within 150 km.
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