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Magnitude 6.2 earthquake shakes part of northern Japan

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck part of northern Japan early on Monday, April 27, 2026. No damage or casualties were reported, and the Japan Meteorological Agency did not issue a tsunami advisory.

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The event provides the latest update on seismic activity in northern Japan and confirms there were no immediate impacts or tsunami risk reported.

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Magnitude 6.2 earthquake hits northern Japan

April 27, 2026

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook part of northern Japan early on Monday, April 27, 2026. No damage or casualties were reported. The Japan Meteorological Agency did not issue a tsunami advisory.