Major earthquake strikes off Japan

Japan is on high alert after a massive tremor rattled the Sanriku region, causing widespread panic and the suspension of bullet train services.

The Japan Meteorological Agency initially issued a tsunami warning for Iwate and Aomori prefectures before revising it to an advisory as wave heights stabilized.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has urged the public to remain vigilant and prepared for significant aftershocks in the coming days.

The quake has reignited fears of a catastrophic seismic event along the Nankai Trough, leading to emergency government meetings.