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Description
Around 08:20 on the 5th, a 48-year-old man inspecting rice fields in Higashiyuri, Yurihonjo City, was attacked by a bear and suffered injuries to his face and right arm. He ran into a nearby shop, was airlifted to a hospital by doctor helicopter, and was conscious and able to speak.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
On the morning of the 5th, a 48-year-old man inspecting rice fields in Higashiyuri, Yurihonjo City, was attacked by a bear and injured in the face and right arm. He sought shelter in a nearby shop and was airlifted to hospital; he remained conscious and able to speak. Police and firefighters are patrolling the area and urging caution.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Address
Yurihonjō 東由利蔵, Akita
Coordinates
39.313433, 140.274657
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