M7.6 earthquake hits northern Japan; tsunami waves observed in Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate
The first tsunami reached Muroran Port in Hokkaido at 11:19 p.m. and Urakawa at 11:38 p.m., both recording a maximum height of 40 centimeters.
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Japanese PM Takaichi quotes anime ‘Attack on Titan’ to encourage investment in Japan at event for Saudi Arabian investors
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Persistent bear activity in Japan leads to outdoor event cancellations
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Residents view devastation after massive fire in Japan’s Oita
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