A 5.5 magnitude quake occurred close to Hamakita on Saturday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

A tremor jolted the area at 16:04 UTC (01:04 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was about 10 km northwest of Hamakita and occurred at a depth of 38 km.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the quake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has received 11 responses on its online form so far, from people saying they felt light to moderate shaking. According to the USGS DYFI report, residents in multiple cities, including Kyōto, Matsumoto, Nagoya and Hamamatsu, reported experiencing the tremor.

Impact and estimated losses

The USGS categorized this as a Green Alert, which means there is a low likelihood of casualties and damage. Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides, fires and liquefaction that might have contributed to losses.

Structure information summary

Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are heavy wood frame and reinforced/confined masonry construction.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey