A magnitude 6.2 earthquake hit near Honshu, Japan's west coast, with no tsunami warning or immediate damage reports. The quake occurred at an 8 km depth, as reported by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre.

Japan was rocked by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake off its western coast.

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake hit near the west coast of Honshu, Japan. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre reported the tremor, which occurred at a depth of 8 km. The quake has raised concerns about potential aftershocks and damage in the region.

Earlier on 1 January 2024, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the Noto region, killing more than 370 people and damaging roads and other infrastructure.