A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck off the coast of Iwate Prefecture in northeastern Japan early Sunday, with no risk of a tsunami, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).
The quake occurred at 5:21 am local time at a depth of 41 kilometers and registered a maximum seismic intensity of lower 5 in Hachinohe City and Fudai Village.
Tremors were felt across areas extending from Hokkaido to the Kanto-Koshin region, with the JMA warning of an increased risk of rockfalls and landslides in affected regions.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reassured residents that there was no concern of a tsunami and instructed officials to assess damage and provide timely information.
