A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s northeastern region on Friday, prompting a tsunami advisory for coastal areas. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the tremor occurred at 11:44 a.m. off the coast of Aomori prefecture at a depth of about 20 kilometres. Authorities warned that waves up to one metre could reach parts of the shoreline.
The latest earthquake comes just days after a stronger 7.5 magnitude quake hit the same region on Monday. Following that event, the government issued a special advisory urging residents across a wide stretch of the country, from Hokkaido in the north to Chiba near Tokyo, to remain alert for the possibility of another significant quake within a week. Friday’s tremor falls within that period of heightened caution.
The shaking registered a 4 on Japan’s seismic intensity scale, which ranges from 1 to 7. While this level causes noticeable indoor shaking, there were no immediate reports of major damage. Officials advised residents to stay cautious as aftershocks may continue and coastal conditions could change.
Japan, located in an active seismic zone, frequently experiences earthquakes, and authorities emphasised the importance of monitoring updates until the tsunami advisory is lifted.
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