In a surprising turn of events, even the teachers have scored zero in the summary question of the English proficiency test (Eiken) in Japan. This has triggered concerns about the exam's format and the English language proficiency of the teachers. The incident has sparked debates about the effectiveness of English teaching methodology in the country and the growing need for reforms in the educational system.

This news has caused quite a stir in Japan which prides itself for its high educational standards. The Eiken test is a benchmark of English proficiency for students and educators alike, and a zero score, especially by teachers, is seen as an alarming situation. The Japanese society values competency and such events raise questions over the educational abilities of the ones trusted with teaching future generations.

In the US or EU, teachers failing in an examination for a subject they teach would be a serious issue and can lead to reviews of their teaching certifications. Both regions have rigorous standards and qualification tests for educators, designed to ensure that they are adequate in both content knowledge and teaching ability.