Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Tuesday that Japan would make "comprehensive judgement" as to how to respond to the recent nuclear test conducted by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).

Abe told reporters that Japan will consult with other related countries over the issue and make comprehensive judgement before responding to the nuclear test.

He made the remarks after US intelligence confirmed the underground nuclear test conducted by the DPRK on Oct. 9.

On reports of a possible second nuclear test by the DPRK, Abe said that Japan will enhance collection and analysis of related information.

Abe reiterated late Monday that Japan would stick to its "Three Non-Nuclear Principles," which states that Japan would not produce, possess or allow the entry into its territory of nuclear weapons.