A magnitude 6.0 earthquake was recorded near 33 km SSW of Honchō, Japan on Aug 23, 2026, 1:44:53 PM (2026-08-23T13:44:53.514Z). The earthquake occurred at a depth of 42.9 km with coordinates 41.8344, 142.8255.
Strong — damage possible near the epicentre. This was a magnitude 6.0 earthquake — classed as strong. Magnitude 6.0–6.9 earthquakes can cause serious damage in populated areas, especially where building standards are low.
At 42.9 km this is a shallow earthquake. Shallow quakes release their energy close to the surface, so shaking is usually stronger and more damaging than a deeper quake of the same magnitude — but it is felt over a smaller area.
Nearest major city: 182 km SE of Sapporo, Japan.
The epicentre was located at 41.8344 latitude and 142.8255 longitude near 33 km SSW of Honchō, Japan. The earthquake was shallow at 42.9 km depth.
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