The 7.3 magnitude temblor late Saturday shook the quake-prone areas of Fukushima and Miyagi prefectures that 10 years ago had been hit by a powerful earthquake that triggered a tsunami and a meltdown at a nuclear power plant.
About 100 people were injured, according to public broadcaster NHK TV, mostly spraining their ankles while falling on stairs and getting cut by broken glass. There were no reports of major injuries.
The quake did not cause a tsunami, and power had been restored by early Sunday, although some bullet train services were still halted.
TV footage and video shared on social media showed boxes, books and other items scattered on floors.
Experts warned of possible aftershocks.
“The government will continue to do our utmost to respond,” he said.
Some homes reported problems with water supply.
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