Kumamoto region, KumamotoNov 14, 2026, 15:05
Nearby significant earthquake34 km from Shimada10 km deep
Latest Earthquakes near Shimada
Live map and archive of seismic activity in and around Shimada, Kumamoto.
Recent notable earthquakes in and around Shimada
Amakusa and Ashikita region, KumamotoNov 14, 2026, 21:17
Nearby significant earthquake48 km from Shimada10 km deep
Most Recent
7 hours agoEarthquakes M1.5+ recorded today within 100 km, local time: 3 (Japan Standard Time)
Shimada Activity ReportM1.5+
the area within 100 km of Shimada
Past 24 Hours3
Past 7 Days14
Past 30 Days≥51
Past 365 Days≥317
Filtered Statistics
Total earthquakes
≥49
Significant
No data
2.3
Most Recent7 hours ago
ViewAmakusa and Ashikita region, Kumamoto Prefecture
Depth distribution
Shallow-focus 49Intermediate-focus 0Deep-focus 0
Filtered Statistics
49 events
Past 30 Days · M2+
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Live map and archive of seismic activity in and around Shimada, Kumamoto.
Common Questions about Earthquakes near Shimada
How often are earthquakes recorded in the Shimada area?
In the past 7 days, the number of earthquakes of magnitude 1.5 or above recorded in the area within 100 km of Shimada was 14. These figures describe the available records, not a prediction of future earthquakes.
When was the last earthquake near Shimada?
The most recent recorded earthquake in the area within 100 km of Shimada had a magnitude of 2.3 and occurred on November 15, 2026 at 06:31 AM GMT+9.
How strong was the largest recent earthquake in the Shimada area?
Among the available records for the area within 100 km of Shimada, the largest earthquake in the past 365 days had a magnitude of 6.8. These figures describe the available records, not a prediction of future earthquakes.
How far back does the earthquake data go?
The historical search starts in 1900, but available records vary by region and source. Older and smaller earthquakes may be missing. A long search can reach the list’s display limit, so narrow the date range to explore it in more detail.
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Earthquake information is automatically aggregated from the official seismic agencies listed below. Preliminary measurements can change as agencies review an event; use local emergency authorities for safety decisions. Latest successful data update: Nov 15, 2026, 04:54 UTC.
Data sources:
- USGS — Credit: U.S. Geological Survey.
- EMSC — Credit: EMSC/CSEM. Event catalogue data are provided under CC BY 4.0.
- JMA — Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).
- Geoscience Australia — Based on Australian Earthquakes data by Geoscience Australia. © Commonwealth of Australia. Licensed under CC BY 4.0; the section 5 disclaimer applies.
- GeoNet — We acknowledge the New Zealand GeoNet programme and its sponsors NHC, Earth Sciences NZ, LINZ, NEMA and MBIE for providing earthquake data.
- CENC / Wolfx — CENC earthquake parameters via Wolfx, an independent unofficial relay.
- GFZ / GEOFON — Locations, depths and magnitudes: GFZ/GEOFON using GEVN network data (CC BY 4.0).