News Black Bear Yuwa Kayagasawa, Akita City (ditch near a rice field), Akita Oct 26, 2025, 03:00 PM
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On 2025-10-27, Shizuko Ikeda (81) was found face down in a ditch near a rice field in Yuwa Kayagasawa, Akita City; her body was severely injured and she was confirmed dead at the scene. Police investigation determined the injuries were caused by a bear attack.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
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News
Date & Time
Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 03:00 PM
Address
Yuwa Kayagasawa, Akita City (ditch near a rice field), Akita
Coordinates
39.483266, 140.255534
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