5.8-magnitude earthquake hits Japan

5.8-magnitude earthquake hits Japan

A 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s main island of Honshu, sending tremors through parts of the eastern coastal region and causing minor injuries and temporary disruptions to train services.

According to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ), the earthquake occurred at a depth of around 78 kilometres near the eastern coast of Honshu. The relatively deep location of the quake helped limit the severity of its impact, although residents in several areas reported feeling strong shaking.

Japanese authorities said several people suffered minor injuries following the tremors. Some railway services were also temporarily suspended as officials carried out safety checks on tracks and infrastructure. Authorities continued to assess whether the earthquake caused any structural damage or other disruptions.

The Japan Meteorological Agency urged residents to remain cautious and stay alert for further seismic activity. The agency said another earthquake measuring below magnitude 5 could occur in the region during the following week.

Japan lies along the Pacific Ring of Fire, one of the world’s most seismically active zones, and experiences frequent earthquakes of varying intensity. Authorities regularly advise residents to keep emergency supplies ready and follow official instructions during and after seismic events.

Officials have not reported any major damage from the latest earthquake, but monitoring of the affected areas remains underway.