News 2 Brown Bears Mount Rausu, Hokkaido Aug 1, 2025
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Description
In August 2025, a 26-year-old man hiking on Mount Rausu was attacked and killed by a habituated brown bear mother and cub. The bereaved family is grieving deeply.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
In August this year, a 26-year-old man who had returned from Tokyo was killed on Mount Rausu by a brown bear mother and cub described as habituated to humans. His parents are devastated, and the incident has renewed calls for strengthened bear-management measures in the area.
Bear Type
Brown Bear
Number of Bears
2
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Friday, August 1, 2025
Address
Mount Rausu, Hokkaido
Coordinates
44.075769, 145.122115
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