Japan's Meteorological Agency raised tsunami advisory levels for Pacific-facing prefectures including Tokyo, Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Mie and Wakayama on 8 June 2026 after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake 150 km offshore. Wave heights of up to one metre are forecast along exposed coastlines through 20 June. The agency urges residents and visitors to avoid beaches and low-lying areas.
Domestic Shinkansen services between Tokyo and Osaka continue with minor delays while JR East inspects coastal tracks. Several ferry operators including those serving the Izu Islands have suspended sailings until further notice. Airports in the affected regions report normal operations with only isolated flight diversions.
The advisory follows a series of smaller tremors recorded since late May. Government disaster management teams have activated emergency shelters in coastal municipalities. International flights remain unaffected as major airports sit inland from the warned zones.
What this means for you
Check hotel locations against official tsunami hazard maps before finalizing coastal bookings. Download the Japan Tourism Agency safety app for real-time alerts in English. Consider travel insurance covering trip interruptions if your itinerary includes beach resorts.
Rebook any ferry travel to the Izu or Ogasawara Islands to later dates and monitor JR East social channels for Shinkansen updates. Inland destinations such as Kyoto and Kanazawa remain fully accessible.