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The Vietnamese Consulate General said it contacted local authority for information. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has requested the diplomatic office to keep a close watch on the situation and be ready to protect rights of Vietnamese citizens if necessary. Every Vietnamese can contact the Consulate General of Vietnam in Osaka via hotlines – 0081-80-4638-6139 or 0081-90-2709-2009 – or email: tlsqvn.osaka@mofa.gov.vn.

The powerful earthquake killed three people and injured 300. It also suspended train operations during the morning commuting hours and disrupted the operation of many companies.