A powerful earthquake of 7.3 magnitude hit Japan on Wednesday evening, off the coast of Fukushima, located in the northern part of the country. The massive earthquake triggered a tsunami advisory.
As per the Japan Meteorological Agency, the earthquake struck 60 kilometres (36 miles) below the sea.
The powerful quake struck the Fukushima region which lies in the same part of the country which was ravaged by the a fatal 9.0 earthquake.The area is also the site of the 2011 nuclear disaster, triggered by a tsunami.
Initial reports from the site of the quake do not inform of any casualties or damage.
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(With inputs from agencies.)
