Tokyo, April 26 -- An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck Japan's Hokkaido region in the early hours of Monday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said in a post on X.

According to the agency, the quake occurred at 05:24 JST (01:54 IST), recording a seismic intensity of "5+" in the central Tokachi region. Authorities also reported a separate reading of intensity "5-" in parts of the same region.

The JMA urged residents to remain alert for further updates and possible aftershocks. "Those in affected areas, do not panic," the agency said, advising people in regions experiencing strong tremors to act calmly.

As per Kyodo News, the country has not yet issued a tsunami warning following the earthquake.

No immediate reports of major damage or c...