A powerful earthquake struck off northern Japan late on Monday, unleashing scenes of fear and confusion across several prefectures as buildings swayed, glass shattered and residents rushed into the freezing night. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) confirmed the quake at magnitude 7.5, revised from an initial 7.6, and said it lasted long enough to send smartphone alarms blaring across Hokkaido and Tohoku. Also read: Japan struck by earthquake, tsunami - several injuries reported, thousands advised to evacuate Viral videos circulating online captured the moment the shaking hit. Footage from Hachinohe and Takizawa shows fishtanks sloshing violently, windows shattering and water flowing from upper floors “like a waterfall,” according to one shop owner. Another clip from Aomor

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