Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako consoled earthquake victims in Noto after a 7.6 magnitude quake killed 241 and displaced 9,000.

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako visited towns in the north-central region of Noto to console victims and the homeless after a deadly New Year's Day earthquake. The magnitude 7.6 quake killed 241 people, and over 9,000 residents were displaced due to home damage or destruction. The imperial couple toured damaged sites in Wajima City and visited evacuation centers to express sympathy and gratitude to emergency response teams.

March 22, 2024
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