East Japan Railway Co
Coverage of East Japan Railway Co in the Nexus archive.
- A powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan. No tsunami warning is triggered
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck off northern Japan, causing minor injuries and disruptions but no tsunami warning. The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed no serious injuries, while the U.S. Geological Survey reported a slightly lower magnitude of 6.9. Some train services were suspended, and schools in affected areas canceled classes.
- Powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan. No tsunami warning
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck off northern Japan's coast, causing mild shaking in Tokyo and northeastern regions. No tsunami warning was issued, and there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage. The government's emergency team is monitoring the situation, while railways in the area suspended operations for safety checks.
- 5.5 magnitude earthquake rattles Tokyo region but no danger of a tsunami, meteorological agency says
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck southern Ibaraki prefecture northeast of Tokyo at 7:46 p.m. (1046 GMT), causing no reported damage or injuries. The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed no tsunami risk, while Shinkansen bullet trains in northeastern regions were temporarily suspended for safety checks.