The Tohoku earthquake, also known as the Great East Japan Earthquake, occurred on March 11, 2011. It registered a magnitude of 9.0, making it one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded. The epicenter was located off the coast of Miyagi Prefecture, and the quake triggered a massive tsunami that struck the northeastern coast of Japan. The tsunami caused widespread devastation, leading to significant loss of life and damage to infrastructure. It also resulted in the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, where the tsunami disabled power supply and cooling systems, leading to nuclear meltdowns. The disaster prompted extensive recovery efforts and raised awareness about earthquake preparedness in Japan.