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Magnitude 5.9 earthquake shakes Tokyo area, injuring several

The earthquake struck the Kanto region at 2:00 AM local time, with at least five injuries reported.

23 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck the Tokyo region early Sunday morning, specifically at 2:00 AM local time. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the epicenter of the quake was located in Ibaraki Prefecture, at a depth of 70 kilometers.

The tremor was felt widely in several surrounding areas, including Saitama and Chiba. So far, there have been no reports of fatalities, but at least five injuries have been reported, according to data from the Kyodo news service.

Authorities have indicated that no tsunami warning was issued following the quake, bringing relief to the local population. However, checks are being conducted to assess any damage the earthquake may have caused to infrastructure.

The earthquake is part of a series of seismic movements that regularly affect the region, given its positioning on the Pacific Ring of Fire, which is known for its high seismic activity.

Authorities have urged the population to remain vigilant for possible aftershocks and have begun assessing safety conditions in the affected areas. Emergency services are expected to be ready to respond to any needs that arise in the hours following the event.

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