Japan Earthquake Injures Over 24 in Aichi Prefecture as Shinkansen Trains Face Delays

A powerful 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Japan on November 8, leaving at least 24 people injured in Aichi Prefecture. The epicenter was located in western Shizuoka Prefecture.

Infrastructure damage was reported across affected areas, including collapsed storefronts and concrete fences near residential buildings in Toyohashi. Shinkansen trains on the Tokaido line are now operating under speed restrictions, causing delays for passengers.