Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan Amid Tsunami Alert

A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake has reportedly struck southern Japan, prompting a tsunami warning and a call for vigilance from PM Sanae Takaichi.

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Published Tuesday 28 July 2026 at 11:20 am AEST 2 min read

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