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7.5 Magnitude Quake Strikes Japan, Tourists Face Evacuation Chaos

12/13/2025

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A 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off northeastern Japan, triggering tsunami warnings for Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate.
Many overseas guests were staying at JR Inn Hakodate when the earthquake struck.
The event highlighted the need to improve safety and evacuation information for foreign tourists amid rising tourism.
Jose San Juan, a tourist from the Philippines, said he could not evacuate due to unclear instructions.

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A 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off northeastern Japan, triggering tsunami warnings for Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate.
Many overseas guests were staying at JR Inn Hakodate when the earthquake struck.
The event highlighted the need to improve safety and evacuation information for foreign tourists amid rising tourism.
Jose San Juan, a tourist from the Philippines, said he could not evacuate due to unclear instructions.