News Black Bear Higashinaruse Village, Akita Mar 20, 2026, 03:00 PM
Location
Description
In Higashinaruse Village, Akita Prefecture, a bear appeared and attacked people during farm work, injuring three (including a city councilor). Gunshots were heard at the scene, unsettling local residents.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
In Higashinaruse Village, Akita Prefecture, a series of bear attacks injured three people who were working on farms, including a city councilor. The sound of gunshots at the scene left local residents shaken.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Friday, March 20, 2026 at 03:00 PM
Address
Higashinaruse Village, Akita
Coordinates
39.179187, 140.649077
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