Magnitude 6.1 earthquake strikes off Tokyo, no tsunami warning issued

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake on the Richter scale struck waters near Tokyo, Japan, on Friday.

The Japan Meteorological Agency said the earthquake was recorded at 19:39 local time in waters near the Kanto region. The quake was shallow, with its epicenter offshore near the Japanese capital.

Japanese authorities confirmed the earthquake but said no tsunami warning had been issued despite the strength of the shaking.

At the time of reporting, no further details had been provided about possible property damage or injuries.