M 5.3 - 66 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan
January 20, 2026 at 17:51:41 UTC
Depth: 62.11 km (Shallow)
Key Takeaway
This moderate earthquake (M5.3) occurred 1 month ago near 66 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan, at a depth of 62.11 km (shallow).
Moderate
PAGER Alert
Tsunami
Felt Reports
Event Details
| Magnitude | 5.3 mww |
| Depth | 62.11 km (Shallow) |
| Location | 41.4231N, 141.9872E |
| Tsunami Warning | No |
| Significance | 432 / 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 5.3, classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.
How deep was this earthquake?
This earthquake occurred at a depth of 62.11 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 66 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan, at coordinates 41.4231N, 141.9872E. 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 5.3 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
13 km SW of Wassamu, Japan
2 months ago · 190.08 km deep
7 km SW of Abira, Japan
1 month ago · 137.91 km deep
21 km NNW of Ajigasawa, Japan
2 weeks ago · 160.13 km deep
13 km NNE of Shizunai-furukawachō, Japan
3 weeks ago · 10.00 km deep
10 km WSW of Obihiro, Japan
1 month ago · 106.64 km deep
6 km ESE of Kosaka, Japan
1 month ago · 10.00 km deep
22 km WSW of Urakawa, Japan
1 month ago · 73.62 km deep
9 km SE of Kosaka, Japan
1 month ago · 10.00 km deep
72 km ENE of Mutsu, Japan
3 weeks ago · 57.24 km deep
25 km WNW of Hiroo, Japan
1 month ago · 63.19 km deep
More Earthquakes in Japan
50 km NNW of Hirara, Japan
20 hours ago · 10.00 km deep
57 km ESE of Ōfunato, Japan
22 hours ago · 60.39 km deep
28 km NNE of Hirara, Japan
1 day 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
3 days ago · 35.00 km deep
67 km NW of Hirara, Japan
4 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
20 km ESE of Farkhār, Afghanistan
48 minutes ago · 197.06 km deep
119 km E of Caucete, Argentina
1 hour ago · 146.38 km deep
4 km E of Hukay, Philippines
3 hours ago · 161.17 km deep
93 km E of Hihifo, Tonga
18 hours ago · 10.00 km deep
71 km SSE of Shihezi, China
21 hours ago · 10.00 km deep
228 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska
22 hours ago · 9.34 km deep
57 km ESE of Ōfunato, Japan
22 hours ago · 60.39 km deep
69 km E of Tobelo, Indonesia
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.