Strong 5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Central Japan

A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.7 struck central Japan early Sunday, injuring at least 22 people.

The tremor caused shattered store windows, scattered books, and prompted people to flee buildings across Aichi and Shizuoka prefectures.

Shinkansen bullet trains operated at reduced speeds in affected areas as a precautionary measure following the quake.