Moment powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake hit Japan

9 Dec 2025 • 4:10 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck Japan on Monday, 8 December, at approximately 11:15 pm.
  • The quake occurred in the Pacific Ocean, about 50 miles off the coast of Aomori, on Japan’s main Honshu island.
  • At least 33 people were injured as a result of the earthquake.
  • Widespread tsunami warnings were issued, with waves reaching up to 70cm in several coastal communities.
  • All tsunami alerts have since been lifted, and nuclear power plants in the northeastern region are undergoing urgent checks for any impact.

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