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Officials said the advisory is not a quake prediction but urged residents to raise their preparedness, such as emergency food and their grab bag, just in case, while continuing their daily lives

"Possible damage and casualties are now being looked into," Japan PM Sanae Takaichi told reporters at her offices in Tokyo.

Japan was hit by a 7.4-magnitude earthquake on Monday, Japan's Meteorological Agency (JMA) said, issuing a tsunami warning for waves up to three metres (10 feet).

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck northern Japan, triggering tsunami warnings,Japan's Meteorological Agency (JMA) said on Monday.

Japan issued a special advisory on Monday warning of an increased risk of earthquakes at magnitude 8.0 or stronger, after a powerful jolt rattled the country's

Japan has issued an advisory for its northern coast. This follows a powerful earthquake earlier today. There is a small chance of a mega-quake in the coming week. Residents are urged to prepare for emergencies. Tsunami alerts were issued but the threat has passed. No major damage or injuries have been reported so far.

Footage aired on NHK showed ships sailing out of Hachinohe port in Hokkaido in anticipation of the waves as a 'Tsunami! Evacuate!' alert flashed across the screen. A 3-metre tsunami could cause damage to low-lying areas, flooding buildings, and anybody exposed would be caught in its currents, according to JMA.

Legal verification of free trade agreement has been completed, with both countries agreeing it will be signed on 27 April in New Delhi.