JAPAN: A strong earthquake of magnitude of 6.1 struck off the eastern coast of Hokkaido on Saturday evening, according to Japan’s Meteorological Agency (JMA).The quake occurred at 5:37 pm local time (0837 GMT) at a depth of approximately 20 kilometers beneath the seabed. The epicenter was located off the coast near Kushiro, a city in southeastern Hokkaido.Although minor fluctuations in sea level may be observed, authorities have not issued risk of a tsunami or significant coastal impact.Emergency services are actively monitoring the situation, and as of now, there have been no immediate reports of injuries or structural damage.Residents are advised to remain alert but calm.