ABEMA to Provide 4-Day Free Live Coverage of WRC 'Rally Japan 2026'! Celebrity Lineup and Special Stage Details Revealed
ABEMA announced its comprehensive, free live coverage of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) 'Forum Eight Rally Japan 2026' from May 28-31. The broadcast will feature a dedicated channel, star-studded guests, and daily giveaways.
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The internet-based TV platform 'ABEMA' has announced broadcast details for the 'FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) Forum Eight Rally Japan 2026,' scheduled from Thursday, May 28, to Sunday, May 31, 2026. The entire event will be available for free live streaming.
From May 25 to 31, ABEMA will launch the 'Rally Japan Channel,' a dedicated 24-hour special programming channel accessible for free.
The broadcast features a lineup of high-profile guests, including Shohei Osada (Chocolate Planet) as the 'ABEMA Rally Japan Support Captain,' Maggy as the 'ABEMA Motorsports Ambassador,' former Yokozuna Masaru Hanada, speed skating gold medalist Nana Takagi, comedian Shinobu Hasegawa (Sissonne), and talent Aika Sawaguchi.
In addition to the racing action, ABEMA will offer original segments for each Special Stage (SS), on-site reports, and exclusive talks about the guests' personal cars to highlight the appeal of Rally Japan.
Key Highlights:
- May 28 (Thu): Opening Ceremony featuring Maggy and an exclusive interview with driver Takamoto Katsuta.
- May 29 (Fri): Liaison reporting by Aika Sawaguchi, Masaru Hanada, and Moe Kawase.
- May 30 (Sat): Kasagiyama SS9 with pro driver Toshiki Oyu; SS10 with Shinobu Hasegawa and Shohei Osada.
- May 31 (Sun): Finale coverage at Mikawako SS20 with Shohei Osada and Nana Takagi.
A daily giveaway campaign featuring rally car scale models and original merchandise will be held via the ABEMA Motorsports official X account (@ABEMA_motor).
With high expectations for Japanese driver Takamoto Katsuta, who recently won the Safari Rally Kenya, ABEMA aims to bring the excitement and speed of the championship to a wide audience through this extensive coverage.
From May 25 to 31, ABEMA will launch the 'Rally Japan Channel,' a dedicated 24-hour special programming channel accessible for free.
The broadcast features a lineup of high-profile guests, including Shohei Osada (Chocolate Planet) as the 'ABEMA Rally Japan Support Captain,' Maggy as the 'ABEMA Motorsports Ambassador,' former Yokozuna Masaru Hanada, speed skating gold medalist Nana Takagi, comedian Shinobu Hasegawa (Sissonne), and talent Aika Sawaguchi.
In addition to the racing action, ABEMA will offer original segments for each Special Stage (SS), on-site reports, and exclusive talks about the guests' personal cars to highlight the appeal of Rally Japan.
Key Highlights:
- May 28 (Thu): Opening Ceremony featuring Maggy and an exclusive interview with driver Takamoto Katsuta.
- May 29 (Fri): Liaison reporting by Aika Sawaguchi, Masaru Hanada, and Moe Kawase.
- May 30 (Sat): Kasagiyama SS9 with pro driver Toshiki Oyu; SS10 with Shinobu Hasegawa and Shohei Osada.
- May 31 (Sun): Finale coverage at Mikawako SS20 with Shohei Osada and Nana Takagi.
A daily giveaway campaign featuring rally car scale models and original merchandise will be held via the ABEMA Motorsports official X account (@ABEMA_motor).
With high expectations for Japanese driver Takamoto Katsuta, who recently won the Safari Rally Kenya, ABEMA aims to bring the excitement and speed of the championship to a wide audience through this extensive coverage.
FAQ
ラリージャパン2026の放送日程はいつですか？
2026年5月28日（木）から31日（日）までの4日間、ABEMAで無料生中継されます。
特別チャンネルの開設期間は？
5月25日（月）から31日（日）までの7日間、24時間無料で視聴可能な『ラリージャパンチャンネル』が開設されます。
主な出演者は誰ですか？
応援隊長の長田庄平（チョコレートプラネット）、アンバサダーのマギーをはじめ、花田虎上、髙木菜那、長谷川忍（シソンヌ）、沢口愛華らが出演します。
どのような独自企画がありますか？
各SS（スペシャルステージ）ごとのオリジナル企画、勝田貴元選手への独占インタビュー、プロドライバーによる解説、豪華ゲストによる愛車トークなどが予定されています。
プレゼントキャンペーンの内容は？
大会期間中毎日、ラリーカーのスケールモデルやオリジナルグッズが当たるキャンペーンをABEMAモータースポーツ公式Xで実施します。