Strong earthquake shakes Tokyo

An earthquake measuring 6.9 on the Richter scale
shook the Japanese capital Tokyo and its environs Sunday, Japanese
meterological authorities have reported, dpa reported.
The quake hit at 7.56 PM (1056 GMT), off the eastern coast of
Japan.
Buildings in the capital shook during the quake, but no reports of
damage or injuries have yet been received.
A Tsunami warning has not been issued by the authorities.
The Japanese islands are one of the world's most earthquake-
affected areas.
-- SPA