Daily brief
A powerful magnitude 7.4-7.7 earthquake struck off Japan's Sanriku coast, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning and order evacuations in coastal areas including Iwate, Aomori, and Hokkaido. Tsunami waves up to 80 centimeters were observed. The warning was later downgraded, and no immediate casualties or major damage were reported. Japan's meteorological agency issued an advisory for a slightly increased risk of a future mega-quake.
Around 36,000 protesters rallied in Tokyo against Prime Minister Takaichi's push to revise the constitution.
A former Japanese prime minister's funeral was held, with mourners remembering him as a political conscience.
Japan announced plans to boost global drama exports with talent training.
A schoolgirl was seriously injured after being hit by a school bus in Tokyo.