Magnitude 5 Earthquake Shakes Tokyo Buildings; No Tsunami Warning Issued

On April 1, a magnitude 5 earthquake struck the greater Tokyo area. The quake shook buildings across the capital. Authorities said no tsunami warning was issued.

Epicentre and depth

The Japan Meteorological Agency located the epicentre in the Ibaraki region. The quake’s depth was measured at about 50 km. Officials released these details shortly after the tremor.

Impact in Tokyo

The tremor shook Tokyo buildings and was felt across the metropolitan area. There were no immediate reports of widespread damage in official statements. Authorities continued monitoring the situation.

Agency response

The Japan Meteorological Agency provided the magnitude and depth information. Local authorities confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued after the event. Emergency services remained on alert.

Reported by Kaori Kaneko and Kantaro Komiya for Filmogaz.com. Edited by Clarence Fernandez.