M4.4 Depth: 43.3 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 122 km S of Honchō, Japan

UTC time: 2025-04-05 17:25:49 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near 122 km S of Honchō, Japan on April 5, 2025 at 17:25 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 43 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
43.3 km
UTC time
2025-04-05 17:25:49 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
41.03020, 142.99770

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 43.3 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 43.3 km
Shallow
43.3 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

Volcanoes nearby

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    Distance: 187 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 1'011 m ·Last eruption: 915 ·Japan
  • Iwatesan
    Distance: 214 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 2'038 m ·Last eruption: 1919 ·Japan
  • Hachimantai
    Distance: 217 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'613 m ·Last eruption: -5350 ·Japan

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