37 people were injured in the earthquake in Japan.

A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck the Tokyo area in Japan, injuring 37 people, including one seriously. Tremors were recorded early in the morning of August 23 in Ibaraki, Saitama, and Chiba prefectures, as well as in Tokyo.

According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the quake's epicenter was located in southern Ibaraki Prefecture, with a depth of approximately 70 kilometers. There was no threat of a tsunami following the quake.

The earthquake caused infrastructure damage. A water main burst in Tokyo's Koto district, and one building was damaged in Saitama. A fire suppression system malfunctioned at a supermarket in the Adachi district, delaying the store's opening.

The strong tremors also disrupted public transportation. This morning, JR East and other rail operators temporarily suspended service on several lines, causing delays and cancellations for passengers.

The Japan Meteorological Agency urged residents in the affected areas to remain vigilant for the next week. Experts estimate that the highest risk of strong aftershocks occurs in the first two to three days after the earthquake.

Earlier, a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake in eastern Indonesia killed dozens of people and caused significant damage on the island of Flores. Rescue operations were hampered by damaged roads, power lines, and communication outages.