M 7.0 - 177 km ESE of Ishinomaki, Japan
July 10, 2011 at 00:57:10 UTC
Depth: 23.00 km (Shallow)
Key Takeaway
This major earthquake (M7.0) occurred 14 years ago near 177 km ESE of Ishinomaki, Japan, at a depth of 23.00 km (shallow). It was felt by 215 people.
Major
PAGER Alert
Tsunami
Felt Reports
Event Details
| Magnitude | 7.0 mww |
| Depth | 23.00 km (Shallow) |
| Location | 38.0340N, 143.2640E |
| Community Intensity | V (Moderate) |
| Felt Reports (DYFI) | 215 people |
| Tsunami Warning | No |
| Significance | 868 / 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 7, classified as "Major". Major earthquakes can cause serious damage over large areas.
How deep was this earthquake?
This earthquake occurred at a depth of 23.00 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 177 km ESE of Ishinomaki, Japan, at coordinates 38.0340N, 143.2640E. 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 7 earthquake is classified as "Major" — these can cause serious damage to buildings and infrastructure across a wide area, especially near the epicenter.
Nearby Recent Earthquakes
19 km NNW of Shizukuishi, Japan
14 years ago · 23.00 km deep
86 km E of Hachinohe, Japan
14 years ago · 35.00 km deep
70 km NNE of Miyako, Japan
14 years ago · 65.60 km deep
62 km NNE of Miyako, Japan
14 years ago · 54.20 km deep
28 km NNE of Miyako, Japan
14 years ago · 50.60 km deep
81 km NE of Miyako, Japan
14 years ago · 48.80 km deep
24 km NNE of Miyako, Japan
14 years ago · 40.00 km deep
41 km NNE of Miyako, Japan
14 years ago · 33.00 km deep
3 km ENE of Kitakata, Japan
14 years ago · 35.00 km deep
16 km NE of Miyako, Japan
14 years ago · 71.80 km deep
More Earthquakes in Japan
50 km NNW of Hirara, Japan
18 hours ago · 10.00 km deep
57 km ESE of Ōfunato, Japan
20 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
4 days ago · 10.00 km deep
More M7.0-8.0 Earthquakes
55 km NNW of Kota Belud, Malaysia
1 week ago · 619.85 km deep
2025 Aomori Prefecture, Japan Earthquake
2 months ago · 40.72 km deep
2025 Hubbard Glacier Earthquake
3 months ago · 10.32 km deep
Drake Passage
4 months ago · 5.64 km deep
12 km E of Santiago, Philippines
4 months ago · 59.43 km deep
140 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia
5 months ago · 27.00 km deep
105 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia
5 months ago · 58.00 km deep
2025 Southern Drake Passage Earthquake
6 months 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.