TOKYO April 21, 2021 – The Embassy of Malaysia in Tokyo has issued an urgent Earthquake/Tsunami Advisory urging Malaysian travellers and residents in Japan to remain vigilant after a powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Japan on Monday.
According to the advisory shared by Wisma Putra (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Malaysia) on its official X account, the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami warning following the quake that hit at 1653 hours Japan Standard Time on 20 April 2026.
Malaysians currently in or travelling to the affected regions – particularly Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate prefectures – are strongly advised to:
- Stay vigilant at all times
- Strictly follow instructions issued by local Japanese authorities
- Avoid coastal and low-lying areas where tsunami waves could still pose a risk
The full advisory graphic posted by the Embassy reads:
“Travelers are strongly advised to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to instructions issued by local authorities when travelling in affected areas, particularly in Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate prefectures.”
Emergency Contact Details (Embassy of Malaysia in Tokyo):
- Office: +81-3-3476-3840 (office hours)
- Emergency Hotline: +81-80-4322-3366
- Email: consular.tyo@kln.gov.my | mwtokyo@kln.gov.my
As of the latest update from Wisma Putra, no Malaysian nationals have been reported injured or seriously affected by the earthquake and subsequent tsunami warnings. Malaysian authorities are actively monitoring the situation in close coordination with Japanese officials.
This advisory comes as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of Malaysian citizens amid ongoing aftershock risks and the earlier tsunami alert, which has since been downgraded in several areas.
Malaysians in Japan or planning travel to the region are encouraged to register with the Embassy or follow official updates from Wisma Putra and the Malaysian Embassy in Tokyo (@MYEmbassyJapan) for the latest developments.
Stay safe and follow local advisories.
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