M4.3 Earthquake 62 km ENE of Hachinohe, Japan — December 16, 2025
2025-12-16 22:28:38 UTC (2025-12-16) · approx. 7:28 AM UTC+9 local
On December 16, 2025 at 22:28 UTC, a magnitude 4.3 shallow crustal earthquake struck 62 km ENE of Hachinohe, Japan, at a depth of 58.9 km and coordinates 40.7972°, 142.1268°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 43 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 558 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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142.1268°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.3 earthquake near Hachinohe, Japan?
The magnitude 4.3 earthquake that struck 62 km ENE of Hachinohe, Japan on December 16, 2025 at 22:28 UTC had a depth of 58.9 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.3 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Magnitude 4.3 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000rnph). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
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