Japan records first case of bird flu this season.
The outbreak was discovered at a farm in the city of Kamaoka in Kyoto Prefecture, where there are 200,000 chickens.
According to the country's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, the authorities are beginning to implement measures to prevent the spread of the infection, including slaughtering poultry.
In 2025, more than 20 outbreaks of bird flu were reported in Japan. Experts have warned of serious economic consequences. Chicken eggs became more expensive by 76%, and some shops in Tokyo imposed restrictions on their sale.