Northern Japan was hit by a Major Earthquake on Saturday, registering 6.8 on the Richter scale. No tsunami warning was issued despite the strong tremors.

This follows a magnitude 5.3 quake that struck the Kanto region the previous day. The epicenter was in western Kanagawa Prefecture at a depth of 10 kilometers, with no tsunami threat.

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Japan recently experienced a powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake, which led to a tsunami warning for various regions. Authorities are assessing potential damage and risks.

In response to the ongoing natural disasters, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has canceled his planned Central Asia tour. He assured the public that the government is prepared to handle any situations arising from these calamities.

Emergency services are currently evaluating the impact of the latest earthquake and are on high alert to ensure public safety and support affected areas.