"2024 Noto earthquake") that struck the west coast of [Honshu](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/</wiki/Honshu> "Honshu") in Japan immediately after 2024 began, which was also the strongest event of the year and the deadliest in the country since [2011](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/</wiki/2011_T%C5%8Dhoku_earthquake_and_tsunami> "2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami"). Other notable and deadly earthquakes occurred in Taiwan, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, China, the United States and Vanuatu.
The 2024 Noto earthquake struck the west coast of Honshu in Japan immediately after the year began. It was the strongest earthquake of 2024 and the deadliest in Japan since the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami. Other significant and deadly earthquakes also occurred in Taiwan, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, China, the United States, and Vanuatu.
What was the deadliest earthquake in Japan since 2011, and when did it occur?
The content provides specific information about the 2024 Noto earthquake, including its timing, location, and significance compared to past events. It also mentions other regions affected by earthquakes in 2024, offering a broader context. This information is valuable for understanding the seismic activity of that year.