Earthquake 127 km S of Honchō, Japan (6.7 mww) (2025-12-08 21:52:40 UTC)

1765230760

40.9945, 143.1481

10.00 KM

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck on 127 km S of Honchō, Japan, at 2025-12-08 21:52:40 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mww and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 127 km S of Honchō, Japan

Recommendation
Major Earthquake

Action

Violent shaking with widespread damage possible.

Suggestion

Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. After the initial shock, carefully evacuate the building. Outdoors: Stay in an open area. Expect aftershocks and potential hazards.

Earthquake 127 km S of Honchō, Japan (6.7 mww) (2025-12-08 21:52:40 UTC)

Magnitudo (mww)

6.7

Confirmed
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_us6000rtie

Nearest Places

Oki Iwa / 102.8 km
Tsutarikishi-iwa / 103.02 km
Kama Iwa / 103.07 km
Erimo Misaki / 103.86 km
Okuimasu / 105.89 km

Comment

Latest Earthquake

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Depth: 5.00 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)

3.2

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1.1

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

0.8

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Depth: 2.30 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)

Nearest Earthquake

4.3

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Depth: 50.00 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)

4.4

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Time: 1765318830
Depth: 20.00 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)

3.9

HOKKAIDO, JAPAN REGION
Time: 1765318470
Depth: 40.00 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)

4.3

HOKKAIDO, JAPAN REGION
Time: 1765272030
Depth: 30.00 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)

5.1

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Time: 1765271387
Depth: 60.50 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)