An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck off Japan's northern coast, prompting a temporary tsunami alert across the region.

Aerial footage shows tsunami waves hitting Hokkaido, Japan following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake which rocked the country on Monday.

The Japanese government is in talks to invite Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Japan as a state guest as early as next month, Nikkei Asia reported on Wednesday.

The hotel buffet was one of the best I’ve seen, packed with cold, warm, steamed, and fried foods. I ended up having two full plates and lots of little sides while embracing the Japanese celebration of food and savoring a meal for a full two hours, overlooking the capital city.

Japan, shifting from its pacifist constitution, is now poised to export lethal weapons. This significant policy change, driven by regional security concerns, allows Tokyo to leverage its advanced defense technology.

Following recent tsunami alerts in northern Japan, travelers can still explore much of the country. Here are the best safe destinations to visit now.

Japan's ⁠Prime Minister Sanae ⁠Takaichi and Mexico's President ​Claudia Sheinbaum spoke by phone on ‌Tuesday and agreed ‌to enhance their ⁠cooperation ⁠on energy, Japan's foreign ministry said, as the ​Iran war disrupts global oil and gas supplies.