Kumamoto Castle collapse, buildings shaking: Videos surface after 7.1 earthquake hits Japan

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Kumamoto Region in Japan on Tuesday.

Kumamoto Castle collapsed due to the intensity of the tremors.

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami alert following the earthquake.

Videos showed people crouching and running for shelter in stores, malls, and airports.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's office instructed officials to prioritize saving lives and assess damage.