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At least 50 people were injured and 12 houses collapsed as the quake triggered a tsunami warning and damaged the historic castle.
- On Tuesday, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck southern Japan, damaging Kumamoto Castle and prompting management to close the historic site for safety following partial stone wall collapse.
- Built in 1607 by general Kato Kiyomasa, Kumamoto Castle is "one of Japan's oldest, grandest and most renowned castles." It gained fame during the 1877 Satsuma Rebellion, where 3,500 soldiers defended against 13,000 Satsuma Army members.
- NBC News reported at least 12 houses collapsed and 50 people were injured, with "quite a few" trapped in a local mall. Officials warn frequent shallow tremors create risks of building collapses and landslides.
- The structure previously sustained damage during an April 2016 earthquake measuring 6.4 in magnitude. Kumamoto City Mayor Onishi noted in 2022 that restoration would take decades, requiring careful, urgent work.
- Described as "the symbol of Kumamoto," the site attracted visitors from Taiwan and globally even during recovery from past damage. How the current earthquake affects long-term repairs remains unclear.
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Earthquake Leaves Trail of Damage in Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture
Scenes of damage emerged from Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture after an earthquake struck the region, damaging buildings and infrastructure. Authorities are assessing the impact as emergency teams respond and residents begin recovery efforts. Officials continue to monitor the situation for aftershocks and urge people to remain alert.
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