Magnitude 6.3 earthquake hits northern Japan, no tsunami warning issued

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake hits northern Japan, no tsunami warning issued

Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developmentsPublished May 15, 2026, 07:38 PMUpdated May 15, 2026, 07:47 PMTOKYO - An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.3 hit northern Japan on May 15, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.The epicentre of the earthquake was off the coast of Miyagi prefecture at the depth of 50km, the agency said, adding that no tsunami warning had been issued.This story is developing. REUTERSMore on this topicSee more onGet unlimited access to exclusive stories and incisive insights from the ST newsroomMDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.

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