Magnitude-5.6 Earthquake Near Mt. Fuji Causes Minor Injuries, Disrupts Train Services
A magnitude-5.6 earthquake near Mt. Fuji in central Japan on June 26, 2026, caused minor injuries to 10 people and disrupted Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train services, affecting around 22,000 passengers. The quake, which occurred at around 10:28 p.m., registered lower 6 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale in parts of Yamanashi Prefecture — the strongest shaking recorded there since 1924. The日本気
A magnitude-5.6 earthquake near Mt. Fuji in central Japan occurred at around 10:28 p.m. on June 26, 2026, causing minor injuries to 10 people, according to Japanese authorities. The quake registered lower 6 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale in parts of Yamanashi Prefecture, the strongest shaking recorded in that region since 1924. The Japan Meteorological Agency stated the earthquake was not related to volcanic activity at Mount Fuji. Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train services were suspended immediately after the quake between Tokyo and Shizuoka stations, affecting approximately 22,000 passengers. Services resumed in the early hours of Saturday.
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