Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.7 earthquake 12 km SSW of Kōya, Japan
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck 12 km SSW of Kōya, Japan at May 2, 2026, 09:28 UTC, at a depth of 64 km. The epicentre was 21 km (13 mi) S of Nakaiburi. 33 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.7 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | May 2, 2026, 09:28 UTC |
| Depth | 64.0 km |
| Coordinates | 34.114, 135.553 |
| Felt reports | 33 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1 | 23 km ENE of Owase, Japan | 81 km / 50 mi | depth 363 km | |
| 4.5 | 7 km NW of Takatsuki, Japan | 87 km / 54 mi | depth 371 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.