Northern Japan Hit by 7.6 Quake, Tsunami & Injuries; PM Sanae Takaichi Responds

• Magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck off northern Japan.
• Quake triggered a tsunami of up to 40 cm in coastal communities.
• The earthquake hit east of Aomori and south of Hokkaido.
• Several people were injured in Hachinohe, Aomori.
• Government established an emergency task force; nuclear power plants are conducting safety checks.

Why It Matters: This shows the immediate danger of powerful earthquakes and tsunamis.