TOKYO [Japan], North Korea launched at least one ballistic missile toward the Sea of ​​Japan on Monday, NHK World reported, citing the Japanese Defense Ministry, the ministry announced at 3:03 p.m. Monday. (local time) that North Korea launched at least one apparent ballistic missile. According to Japanese government sources, the projectile probably fell in the Sea of ​​Japan outside the country's exclusive economic zone, NHK World reported. Meanwhile, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff also said at 3:04 p.m. (local time) that North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the Sea of ​​Japan. It is North Korea's fourth ballistic missile launch this year, or possibly its fourth possible launch since April 2. To obtain information and confirm any damage, the Japanese government sent an emergency team of officials to the task force to set up the Prime Minister's Office Crisis Center. Detailed information is awaited.