HISTORICAL FACTS: 6 | History Defined

Japan lifts tsunami warnings but warns earthquake damage ‘widespread’

At least 48 people reported dead since the magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck the west coast on New Year’s Day.

Al Jazeera · Jan 2, 2024

7.5 magnitude earthquake rocks central Japan, tsunami warning issued

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.5 rocked central Japan on Monday, leading to a tsunami warning for the country's western coast, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 1, 2024

Japan earthquake: Indian Embassy sets up emergency room, issues emergency contact numbers

The Indian Embassy in Japan has set up an emergency room for anyone to contact in connection with the earthquake and tsunami warnings on January 1. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 1, 2024

Japan issues tsunami warnings after a series of very strong earthquakes in the Sea of Japan

Japan has issued tsunami warnings after a series of strong earthquakes shook western areas

The Independent UK · Jan 1, 2024

Japan orders people to evacuate after 7.6-magnitude quake hits west coast

Major tsunami warnings downgraded but residents in coastal areas told not to return to homes

The Guardian - UK · Jan 1, 2024

Magnitude 7.6 earthquake strikes Japan, residents flee some coastal areas

Officials in Ishikawa prefecture confirm four fatalities, Kyodo news agency reports, as tens of thousands lose power.

Al Jazeera · Jan 1, 2024

Kyoto Animation fire: Japan prosecutors seek death penalty over blaze that killed 36

Shinji Aoba has admitted starting fire but has pleaded not guilty, saying a psychological disorder makes him incapable of distinguishing between right and wrong

The Guardian - AU · Dec 7, 2023

Bear attacks in Japan hit record high as hunger forces some to delay hibernation

Six people have been killed and more than 200 injured since April, with warnings of more to come during winter

The Guardian - AU · Dec 4, 2023

Foiled robbery attempt sees demand for ancient samurai weapon soar in Japan

Defensive weapon called a sasumata gains popular appeal after jewellery store owner uses one to fend off attackers

The Guardian - AU · Nov 30, 2023

U.S. military Osprey aircraft crashes off coast of southwestern Japan

Japanese public broadcaster NHK reported that rescuers found three people near the crash site, but their condition is unknown.

WEKU · Nov 29, 2023