Flaming meteor sighting in Japan 1959

Summary

In May 1959, near Japan, a notable aerial event was recorded: thirteen bright meteors were observed in the sky. The first lasted about two seconds, while the others were described as brief flashes. Witnesses confirmed they were meteors, with no indication of unidentified objects. Despite the clear description, this event was included in an official Project 10073 report, suggesting that even natural phenomena were considered potential UFOs at the time. No photographs or radar were used, so the information relies solely on visual testimony.

The report, though brief, includes data such as the approximate location (36-33N 141-45E), the direction of observation, and the duration of the events. Although observers reported nothing anomalous, the inclusion in a UFO investigation project reflects the high sensitivity of the era. This type of record helps understand how aerial phenomena were handled in the 1950s, where even natural events were thoroughly analyzed.