M4.7 earthquake — 54 km SE of Shima, Japan
An magnitude 4.7 earthquake occurred 54 km SE of Shima, Japan on Sep 20, 2026 at 13:54 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 355 km — a deep earthquake. Deep quakes can be felt over very large distances but usually cause less surface damage than shallow ones.
Event data
| Magnitude | M4.7 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 354.9 km |
| Coordinates | 33.968, 137.228 |
| Time | Sep 20, 13:54 UTC |
| Location | 54 km SE of Shima, Japan |
| USGS event ID | us7000tirt |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.1 | 44 km | Sep 17, 05:42 UTC | 89 km SSE of Shima, Japan |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.