M 5.1 - 86 km ESE of Takahagi, Japan
March 12, 2011 at 01:43:19 UTC
Depth: 28.40 km (Shallow)
Key Takeaway
This moderate earthquake (M5.1) occurred 14 years ago near 86 km ESE of Takahagi, Japan, at a depth of 28.40 km (shallow).
Moderate
PAGER Alert
Tsunami
Felt Reports
Event Details
| Magnitude | 5.1 mb |
| Depth | 28.40 km (Shallow) |
| Location | 36.3310N, 141.5550E |
| Tsunami Warning | No |
| Significance | 400 / 3000 |
| Status | Reviewed |
| Network | us |
| USGS Event Page | View on USGS → |
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the magnitude of this earthquake?
This earthquake had a magnitude of 5.1, classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.
How deep was this earthquake?
This earthquake occurred at a depth of 28.40 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface because the energy has less distance to travel before reaching buildings and infrastructure.
Where exactly did this earthquake occur?
This earthquake occurred near 86 km ESE of Takahagi, Japan, at coordinates 36.3310N, 141.5550E. The location is determined by analyzing seismic wave arrival times at multiple monitoring stations.
Were there aftershocks associated with this event?
Aftershock data for this specific event can be explored by viewing nearby recent earthquakes listed below on this page. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that occur in the same area following a larger event, and they can continue for days, weeks, or even months depending on the original earthquake's magnitude.
What does the magnitude of this earthquake mean in practical terms?
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake is classified as "Moderate" — these are widely felt and can cause damage to vulnerable structures, though well-built buildings typically withstand them.
Nearby Recent Earthquakes
eastern Honshu, Japan
14 years ago · 12.40 km deep
13 km E of Arai, Japan
14 years ago · 9.30 km deep
23 km ENE of Arai, Japan
14 years ago · 3.80 km deep
4 km SSE of Iiyama, Japan
14 years ago · 13.20 km deep
21 km SW of T?kamachi, Japan
14 years ago · 13.20 km deep
20 km SE of Tochio-honch?, Japan
14 years ago · 35.00 km deep
21 km WNW of Nakanoj?machi, Japan
14 years ago · 9.00 km deep
7 km ESE of Nagai, Japan
14 years ago · 58.10 km deep
21 km WSW of Yonezawa, Japan
14 years ago · 50.20 km deep
22 km N of Nakanoj?machi, Japan
14 years ago · 5.60 km deep
More Earthquakes in Japan
50 km NNW of Hirara, Japan
1 day ago · 10.00 km deep
57 km ESE of Ōfunato, Japan
1 day ago · 60.39 km deep
28 km NNE of Hirara, Japan
2 days ago · 10.00 km deep
34 km NW of Hirara, Japan
2 days ago · 46.20 km deep
53 km NW of Hirara, Japan
2 days ago · 10.16 km deep
123 km E of Miyako, Japan
4 days ago · 35.00 km deep
67 km NW of Hirara, Japan
5 days ago · 10.00 km deep
57 km NNW of Hirara, Japan
5 days ago · 10.00 km deep
More M5.0-6.0 Earthquakes
157 km WSW of Houma, Tonga
1 hour ago · 200.12 km deep
52 km SSE of Sinabang, Indonesia
3 hours ago · 10.00 km deep
2 km SSE of Rodotópi, Greece
5 hours ago · 10.00 km deep
20 km ESE of Farkhār, Afghanistan
14 hours ago · 197.06 km deep
119 km E of Caucete, Argentina
16 hours ago · 146.38 km deep
4 km E of Hukay, Philippines
17 hours ago · 161.17 km deep
93 km E of Hihifo, Tonga
1 day ago · 10.00 km deep
71 km SSE of Shihezi, China
1 day ago · 10.00 km deep
Data from the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program (ComCat). QuakeScan is not affiliated with the USGS. Event details may be updated as new data becomes available.