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Archived story · published November 8, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

World · November 8, 2026

A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.7 strikes Japan, meteorological agency says

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A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.7 struck central Japan early Sunday, centered approximately 25 miles below the earth's surface in Shizuoka Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported that the seismic activity primarily affected the area near Aichi Prefecture, including the city of Hamamatsu, with tremors also felt in Kyoto, Nara, Yamanashi, and Gifu. Local media and officials reported at least 22 injuries, some involving individuals falling from stairs while fleeing buildings. The earthquake caused property damage, such as shattered store windows and scattered goods, and led to the slowing of bullet train services, though no tremors were felt in Tokyo. Several smaller aftershocks have been recorded following the initial quake.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • A magnitude 5.7 earthquake (preliminary) struck central Japan
  • The Japan Meteorological Agency reported the magnitude as 5.7
  • The quake occurred early Sunday morning
  • A wide area near Aichi Prefecture was affected
  • Smaller aftershocks followed the main quake
  • The earthquake caused injuries and property damage

Reported by only some outlets

  • ABC News reports 'dozens of injuries' while New York Post specifies at least 22 injuries
  • New York Post notes the U.S. Geological Survey measured the magnitude at 5.5
  • New York Post reports the earthquake occurred at 1:04 a.m. at a depth of 25 miles in Shizuoka Prefecture
  • New York Post mentions the quake was not felt in Tokyo
  • New York Post reports impact on bullet train services and specific cities including Hamamatsu, Kyoto, and Nara

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