The Kobe Earthquake, also known as the Great Hanshin Earthquake, struck on January 17, 1995. It registered a magnitude of 6.9 and caused widespread destruction in the city of Kobe, Japan. The earthquake occurred at 5:46 AM local time, leading to significant loss of life and damage to infrastructure, including buildings and roads. Approximately 6,400 people lost their lives, and thousands more were injured. The disaster prompted a major response from the Japanese government and international aid organizations. It also led to improvements in earthquake preparedness and building codes in Japan, aiming to reduce the impact of future seismic events.