Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida expresses shock at the devastation caused by the recent earthquakes in the north-central region of Noto. During his first visit since the disaster, he pledges to improve living conditions for the over 20,000 evacuees and to expedite the reconstruction process. The magnitude 7.6 earthquake left 221 dead, more than 20 missing, and hundreds injured. Rescue efforts are hindered by road damage, impacting isolated areas. Kishida emphasizes the importance of relocating residents while considering their sense of community, jobs, and education.