In Sendai, the city largest near to the quake epicentre, the waves swept through the car park of the airport and engulfed buildings.
The 8.9 magnitude quake triggered a huge tsunami which has swept across the sea threatening countries all around the Pacific Ocean.
Houses in Natori were cought as a wall of water upto 10metre (33ft) high in some places.
Whirlpools could be seen off the coast of several cities, catching boats in their drag.
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| Damage to gas pipes and electricity lines meant many fires broke out in the aftermath of the quake, including in Natori City. |
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| The quake was felt in the capital Tokyo, where workers evacuated swaying buildings, trains and underground services were halted, plants closed and the international airport temporarily shut. |
At least 300 people are already confirmed to have died but many are still missing.
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| Light Planes and Vehicals were strewn among the debris. |
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