A strong earthquake in Japan triggers a partial collapse of a mall, with dozens reported feared trapped, according to coverage of the incident. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reports that the strongest shaking occurs in the Kumamoto region on Kyushu island, where a 7.1-magnitude earthquake strikes. Following the quake, the damaged mall building collapses, prompting emergency responses and searches for people who may be trapped beneath debris. Reports indicate that rescuers work in affected areas as authorities assess structural damage and the scale of possible injuries. The information cited centers on the quake magnitude and location, the mall collapse, and fears that a significant number of people inside may not have escaped immediately. No additional details about casualties, confirmed survivors, or the mall’s exact location are included in the provided summaries.