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Magnitude 3.7 Earthquake Near Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan – May 2026

Occurred 14 May 2026·Detected 13 May 2026·
🇯🇵 Southern Tsugaru region (Tsugaru Nanbu), Aomori Prefecture, northern Japan — shaking felt in Hirosaki City and Nishimeya Village1 reportEnded 29 May 2026
Natural CatastrophePropertyMarine CargoEnergyCasualty & Liability

A magnitude 3.7 earthquake struck the southern Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture, Japan at approximately 02:32 local time on 14 May 2026. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported a focal depth of 10 km, with shaking of seismic intensity 3 recorded in Hirosaki City and Nishimeya Village. Weaker shaking (intensity 1–2) was felt across parts of Aomori and Akita prefectures. No tsunami warning was issued.

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Impact verdict

Low impact. At M3.7 with a maximum intensity of 3, this is a minor earthquake unlikely to cause significant structural damage or insured losses. No tsunami was generated and the event is confined to a rural/semi-urban area of northern Japan.

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Geographic Zone Matches

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  • Pacific Ring of Fire
    Rule-basedConfidence 100%

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Affected countries

🇯🇵 Japan

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