MEDIA

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Round 7 of the World Rally Championship, the FORUM8 Rally Japan 2026, is scheduled to take place from Thursday, May 28 to Sunday, May 31, 2026. Media registration is required to cover the event. There are English and Japanese versions of the application form; please fill them out using half-width alphanumeric characters (English or Romanized characters).

To register, you must submit a media application. The application period for domestic media outlets (newspapers, magazines, online media, and radio) is from 9:00 AM on Monday, March 30, to 6:00 PM on Monday, May 11 (deadline strictly enforced).

International media (news agencies, FIA media registrants, etc.) must submit their applications by 6:00 PM on Monday, May 18. (deadline strictly enforced).

Broadcasters and video media must also submit their applications by Monday, May 18. If you have any questions regarding the use of WRC footage, please consult the WRC Promoter prior to submitting your application.
accreditation@wrc.com

  • The “Media” section of this website is an information page for members of the press. Media registration is required to access it. Please log in using the ID and password we will send you after registration via the link below.
  • We do not accept media registration applications from individuals other than members of the press. Please note that personal social media sites, blogs, YouTube channels, and similar platforms are not eligible for media registration.
  • ASince rally racing is a dangerous sport, even media outlets may not necessarily be provided with media access to photograph at special stages. For photography, please either commission an experienced photographer or use images from the official library provided by the Rally Japan Media Office.
  • Instructions for the media application process are available at the URL below. Please download and refer to them.
    https://wwww.rally-japan.jp/rj2ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/26RJ_MediaApplyGuide.pdf (Japanese version only)
  • For inquiries regarding the “Media Representatives” section of this website or media registration applications, please send an email to the address below, including the following required information:
    Required Information: Your name, name of media organization/publication, contact email address, and phone number
    Media Inquiries: media-rj@rally-japan.jp