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Major earthquake triggers Japan tsunami

Major earthquake triggers Japan tsunami

The tremor, which occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, was felt as far away as Tokyo, causing large buildings to shake.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has established a crisis management team to oversee emergency responses in Iwate, Aomori, and Hokkaido prefectures.

While no major casualties have been reported, the Japan Meteorological Agency continues to monitor significant aftershocks.

The event serves as a stark reminder of the region's seismic vulnerability and the importance of established disaster protocols.

Japan Jeff Schmaltz, MODIS Rapid Response Team, NASA/GSFC, Public domain
Japan
Island country in East Asia
Sanae Takaichi
Japanese politician, Prime Minister of Japan since 2025
Japan Meteorological Agency
Independent organ of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism of Japan
Iwate Prefecture
Prefecture of Japan
Aomori
City in Aomori Prefecture, Japan