A magnitude-5.3 earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu region on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, rattling cities and villages but sparing residents from a tsunami threat. The tremor, which hit at 6:01 p.m. local time, was felt most strongly in Kumamoto and Oita prefectures, with seismic intensity reaching "upper 5" on Japan’s 7-point scale 🌋.
Key details:
Depth: 20 kilometers
Affected areas: Ubuyama village (strongest shaking), Aso City, and Taketa City
No major damage or injuries reported as of press time
While the China Earthquake Networks Center and Japan Meteorological Agency provided slightly different magnitude readings (5.3 vs. 5.7), both confirmed no tsunami risk. Local authorities are urging residents to stay alert for aftershocks 🚨.
This quake comes nearly a decade after Kumamoto’s devastating 2016 earthquakes, but early reports suggest minimal infrastructure impact. Travelers in the region are advised to monitor official updates. 📲
