M3.5 Depth: 20.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near Yoshika, Shimane Prefecture (Japan)

UTC time: 2026-06-23 23:01:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 23, 2026 at 23:01 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near Yoshika, Shimane Prefecture (Japan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 20 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

20.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-23 23:01:30 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Japan

State

Shimane Prefecture

City

Yoshika

County

Kanoashi County

Source

emsc

Coordinates

34.40000, 131.80000

Temperature

18.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

20 km

20 km — shallower than the regional average (35.1 km)

Regional average: 35.1 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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