World · 26 February 2026
Japan restricts portable chargers, bans in-flight use from April.
Air passengers travelling to and from Japan will face stricter rules on portable chargers from April, as authorities respond to growing concerns over battery-related cabin incidents. Under the updated guidance, travellers will be allowed to carry only a limited number of small power banks, which must remain unused during flights. The move reflects wider global anxiety around lithium battery safety in aircraft cabins, as regulators seek to reduce fire risks linked to personal electronic devices.
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