Strong Earthquake Shakes Central Japan, Shattering Store Windows and Injuring at Least 22

A strong earthquake shook central Japan early Sunday, shattering store windows.

Strong Earthquake Shakes Central Japan, Shattering Store Windows and Injuring at Least 22

TL;DR

  • A magnitude 5.7 earthquake (5.5 by USGS) shook central Japan.
  • At least 22 people were injured.
  • Store windows were shattered, and merchandise fell from shelves.
  • Injuries included people falling while fleeing buildings.
  • Affected areas included Aichi Prefecture, Hamamatsu, Kyoto, Nara, Yamanashi, and Gifu.