Magnitude 6.0 Offshore Quake Strikes Near Noda, Japan

Overview

• The U.S. Geological Survey measured the quake at magnitude 6.0 about 90–91 km off Noda at roughly 19 km depth.
• Japan’s Meteorological Agency assessed the tremor at magnitude 5.7, reflecting normal differences in measurement methods.
• The event occurred around 14:26 UTC off the east coast of Honshu, according to USGS reporting.
• No injuries or structural damage were immediately reported, and no tsunami advisory was issued for nearby areas.
• USGS flagged the event as technically reviewed, and coverage noted it follows a magnitude 7.6 quake in Aomori less than a month ago.