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Bear Attacks Surge to 230 in Japan, 13 Fatalities

12/5/2025

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In 2025, bear attacks reached 230 incidents from April to November, surpassing the prior year's 219.
The Environment Ministry of Japan's preliminary data, released on December 5, 2025, show Akita Prefecture had 66 victims, Iwate 37, and Fukushima 24.
In November alone, 33 people were attacked, with one death.
By November 20, nationwide bear attack fatalities reached 13.

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In 2025, bear attacks reached 230 incidents from April to November, surpassing the prior year's 219.
The Environment Ministry of Japan's preliminary data, released on December 5, 2025, show Akita Prefecture had 66 victims, Iwate 37, and Fukushima 24.
In November alone, 33 people were attacked, with one death.
By November 20, nationwide bear attack fatalities reached 13.