An earthquake of magnitude 5.7 occurred in Japan.

An earthquake of magnitude 5.7 occurred in the south of Honshu Island in Japan, the threat of a tsunami has not been announced. This was reported on May 2 by the Asahi newspaper, citing the Japan Meteorological Agency.

"According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the epicenter of the earthquake was at a depth of about 70 km, and its magnitude was estimated at 5.7," the publication says.

It is noted that there are no concerns about a tsunami as a result of this earthquake. The tremors occurred in the southern prefectures of Nara, Mie and Wakayama.

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