AT least 25 people are injured after a powerful earthquake struck Japan this morning.

People were forced to flee buildings as the 5.7 magnitude quake shook central Japan, shattering windows and scattering glass across the street.

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Broken windows are seen at an imported car dealership after an earthquake in Toyohashi Source: AFP
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Shattered glass covers the street outside after the earthquake struck central Japan Source: AP

The Aichi Prefecture, including the city of Hamamatsu and the ancient capitals of Kyoto and Nara were affected.

Nearby prefectures of Yamanashi, where Mount Fuji is located, as well as Gifu were also hit by tremors.

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