Key Facts
• At 2:16 AM on July 20, 2025, an earthquake occurred in Kagoshima Prefecture.
• The earthquake’s epicenter was near the Tokara Islands, with a depth of approximately 10 km.
• The magnitude of the earthquake was estimated at 2.6 by the Japan Meteorological Agency.
• The maximum intensity of 1 was observed in Kagoshima Toshima Village.
• No tsunami warnings or risks were associated with this earthquake.
• The Japan Meteorological Agency continues to monitor and update regional seismic data.
Summary
An earthquake with a maximum intensity of 1 was recorded in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan, on July 20, 2025, at 2:16 AM. The epicenter was located near the Tokara Islands, with a depth of approximately 10 km and a magnitude of 2.6. The affected area included Kagoshima Toshima Village, where the maximum intensity was observed. The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed there was no tsunami risk and is actively updating seismic information as it becomes available.
