Update: 5.3 magnitude earthquake strikes near Yokohama, Japan on Jan. 22

Published Feb 13, 2026

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.3 magnitude quake shook near Yokohama Thursday night.

At 14:31 UTC (23:31 local time), the region was jolted by a tremor. The earthquake hit at a depth of 56 km, with its epicenter roughly 94 km east of Yokohama.

Did you feel it?

Those who experienced the quake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Equally strong tremors this week

Two quakes, exceeding magnitude 2.5, each with a magnitude of 5.3, have been reported in the area during the past week. The first was registered close to Mutsu two days earlier, and the second hit near Honchō on January 17.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey