Figure 2: GNSS observation stations and slow slip event (SSE) locations (IMAGE) Kobe University Caption Red dots indicate GNSS observation stations, while the blue circles show the approximate areas where SSEs occurred. (a) 2009-2011 Bungo Channel L-SSE. (b) 2018-2019 Bungo Channel L-SSE. (c) 2007 Boso-Oki S-SSE. (d) 2000-2005 Tokai L-SSE. Credit Kawabata, H., Yoshioka, S. Strain accumulation and release associated with the occurrence of SSEs in the subduction zones of the Japanese Islands. Sci Rep 13, 1379 (2023). Usage Restrictions Credit must be given to the creator. License CC BY Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.