Takahagi, Japan — A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck offshore east of Japan late Sunday night, in the Pacific waters off the coast of Takahagi.

What happened:

The quake hit at 11:01 PM Central time on Sunday, November 8, about 43 miles east-southeast of Takahagi, Japan. It struck at a depth of about 22 miles below the surface. The U.S. Geological Survey reviewed the magnitude and location shortly after it happened.

Impacts:

Light shaking was reported near the coast, and no tsunami warning was issued with this earthquake. No reports of damage had come in yet, and no injuries were reported. The quake happened well offshore, which kept the strongest shaking away from land.

What to do:

When the ground starts shaking, get down low, get under something sturdy, and hold on until it stops. Keep clear of windows and shelves where things can fall. Once it is over, look around for broken glass or gas smells before you move around, and stay alert for aftershocks.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 8, 2026.