TOKYO, Japan: A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck central Japan on Friday, forcing the suspension of bullet train services, but no tsunami warning was issued, authorities said. The quake hit the central Ishikawa region at 2:42 pm (0542 GMT) at a depth of 10 kilometres (six miles), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
Shinkansen bullet trains were suspended between Nagano and Kanazawa, a popular tourist destination, according to Japan Railway.There were no immediate reports of deaths or damage.Friday is a public holiday in Japan, part of a run of days off known as 'Golden Week,' a time when many people travel for leisure or to visit family.
9 magnitude quake struck a fishing village on the Noto peninsula in the same region in 2007, injuring hundreds and damaging more than 200 buildings.The Noto peninsula is a rural area on the Sea of Japan coast known for its natural scenery and seafood. The peninsula's population is around 340,000, according to 2015 census data.Japan is haunted by the memory of a massive 9.
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