Magnitude 5.3 Earthquake Hits Japan’s Kanto Region

On Friday evening, a magnitude 5.3 earthquake hit Japan’s Kanto region, registering a lower 5 on Japan’s seismic intensity scale. The earthquake’s epicenter was located in western Kanagawa Prefecture, and it struck at a depth of 10 kilometers. Fortunately, there was no tsunami threat associated with this quake.

This recent quake follows a more powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck Japan earlier. The 7.1 earthquake led to a tsunami warning for several regions. Authorities are still assessing the damage and monitoring potential risks.

PM Cancels Trip Amid ‘Megaquake’ Warning

In response to these events, Japan’s Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, has canceled his planned trip to Central Asia this weekend. Experts have warned of an increased risk of a “megaquake” occurring off Japan’s Pacific coast after the recent 7.1 earthquake. Kishida made the announcement at a press conference on Friday, citing the heightened seismic risks as the primary reason for his decision.

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Kishida’s cancellation comes at a challenging time for him, as he is dealing with low approval ratings and preparing for a ruling party presidential election next month. The situation remains under close watch as Japan continues to monitor the seismic activity and assess the impact of these earthquakes.