Magnitude 5.7 quake strikes central Japan, injuring at least 20

· Climate · Japan

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan on Saturday, injuring at least 20 people in Aichi prefecture, according to authorities. The quake posed no risk of a tsunami, officials said. The temblor shook the region around Aichi, home to Nagoya and major manufacturing operations. There were no immediate reports of widespread structural damage. Japan sits on one of the world's most seismically active zones and regularly experiences quakes; authorities assessed this one as moderate.

Why it matters：Even moderate quakes in Japan's industrial heartland can disrupt manufacturing and supply chains, underscoring the region's seismic exposure.

Key points

  • At least 20 people were injured in Aichi prefecture.
  • Authorities said there was no tsunami risk.
  • The quake struck central Japan on Saturday.

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