6.0-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Eastern Japan No Major Damage Reported

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck near Japan's eastern coast, specifically off the coast of Honshu, with reported depths varying between 10 and 50 kilometers according to different agencies. The National Center for Seismology and German Research Center for Geosciences both confirmed the earthquake's occurrence, noting it happened in a highly seismic and volcanic region on the Pacific Ring of Fire. Despite strong tremors shaking buildings in Tokyo and surrounding areas, no casualties or significant damage have been reported, although authorities issued emergency alerts and urged caution due to potential aftershocks. Japan, situated at the intersection of four tectonic plates, frequently experiences earthquakes, some of which have historically caused tsunamis and nuclear disasters, such as the 2011 Tohoku earthquake. The Japan Meteorological Agency recorded a similar magnitude quake near Fukushima with no tsunami risk or reported casualties, highlighting the region's ongoing seismic activity. Citizens were advised to follow official instructions and stay calm amid temporary disruptions to electricity and internet services caused by the quake.