M4.2 Depth: 50.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near RYUKYU ISLANDS, JAPAN (Japan)

UTC time: 2025-07-23 22:55:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near RYUKYU ISLANDS, JAPAN (Japan) on July 23, 2025 at 22:55 UTC. With a focal depth of about 50 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Japan: 10 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.7.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

50.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-23 22:55:30 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Japan

City

lai hu nei ting

Source

emsc

Coordinates

28.20000, 129.20000

Temperature

28.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

50 km

50 km — deeper 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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