Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.9 earthquake 19 km NE of Otobe, Japan
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck 19 km NE of Otobe, Japan at Mar 9, 2026, 15:45 UTC, at a depth of 144 km. The epicentre was 19 km (12 mi) S of Yakumo.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.9 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Mar 9, 2026, 15:45 UTC |
| Depth | 144.0 km |
| Coordinates | 42.087, 140.309 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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Nearest cities
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | 21 km WNW of Shikabe, Japan | 24 km / 15 mi | depth 129 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.