Japan travel advice: Kumamoto earthquake and Middle East escalation impacts

The UK FCDO updated its travel advice for Japan, adding information about flooding and heavy rain. It also notes that escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights, which may affect travelers even if their destination is not in the Middle East. Travelers are advised to check advice for transit countries, monitor airline updates, review insurance, and follow media.