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Magnitude 5.7 earthquake injures more than 20 in central Japan
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan at 1:04 a.m.
on Sunday, with its source about 40 kilometres below western Shizuoka Prefecture.
More than 20 people were injured in Shizuoka and neighbouring Aichi, including people who fell while trying to leave buildings.
The shaking affected a wide area, and footage showed broken shop windows and items fallen from shelves.
No tsunami warning was issued, and officials reported no abnormalities at the Hamaoka nuclear power plant.
Japan experiences frequent earthquakes, and the Nankai Trough nearby is an area where scientists say a much larger quake could occur; the meteorological agency said a link between this quake and a possible Nankai Trough megaquake was unlikely.
Authorities warned of possible strong aftershocks, especially over the next two to three days, and advised people to watch for landslides and falling rocks.
Some local trains were suspended, while bullet trains ran more slowly or faced delays as operators carried out safety checks.
A preliminary magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan early Sunday, November 8, injuring at least 22 people, according to local media.
The quake originated about 40 kilometers below Shizuoka Prefecture, and the strongest shaking was recorded in Aichi Prefecture.
Japan’s Meteorological Agency reported a magnitude of 5.7, while the U.S. Geological Survey reported 5.5.
The quake shattered store windows and disrupted rail services, including Shinkansen bullet trains.
No tsunami warning was issued, and no abnormalities were detected at the Hamaoka nuclear power plant.
- Who
- At least 22 people were injured, according to local media.
- What
- A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan.
- When
- At 1:04 a.m. local time on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Where
- The quake originated in Shizuoka Prefecture and was strongly felt in Aichi Prefecture.
- Why
- Not stated
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The earthquake struck central Japan, originating about 40 kilometers below Shizuoka Prefecture.
Rail operators conducted safety checks, and some local train services were suspended while Shinkansen trains were delayed or ran at slower speeds.
The central government set up a liaison office, and the meteorological agency warned people to brace for possible strong quakes in the coming week.
- Japan Meteorological Agency magnitude
- 5.7
- U.S. Geological Survey magnitude
- 5.5
- Depth
- About 40 kilometers
- Injuries
- At least 22, according to local media
- No tsunami warning
- Issued
- Hamaoka nuclear power plant
- No abnormalities detected
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Please be on the lookout for mudslides, falling rocks and the possible effects from rainfall.