M 5.7 Moderate Earthquake Strikes Off the Coast of Yamada, Japan
A moderate 5.7 magnitude earthquake occurred approximately 96 kilometers east of Yamada, Japan, on March 23, 2026. No tsunami advisory has been issued.
What Happened
A moderate magnitude 5.7 (mww) earthquake was recorded off the coast of Japan on March 23, 2026, at 02:37:10 UTC (11:37:10 AM local time). The seismic event occurred at a depth of 24.999 km.
Location Details
The earthquake’s epicenter was situated at coordinates 39.4307°N, 143.0683°E. This location is approximately 96 km east of Yamada, Japan. At a depth of approximately 25 km, this is classified as an intermediate-depth earthquake (falling within the 20-70km range).
Impact Assessment
According to the USGS, there are currently no felt reports associated with this event. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect (tsunami status: 0). No specific alert level color was assigned to this event in the source data.
What You Should Know
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake is classified as a “moderate earthquake.” While such events can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings, they are generally routine in seismically active regions like Japan. Residents should remain aware of the possibility of aftershocks, though no specific damage has been reported at this time.
Source
Data and attribution provided by the USGS.
Source: USGS Official Notice