Key Facts
• On July 6, 2025, an 80-year-old man was attacked by a bear in Tochigi.
• The incident occurred at 5:30 AM in Nasu-Shiobara City, at the man’s residence.
• The man was pruning his garden when the bear bit him from behind.
• The injury was minor, leaving a 3mm bite mark on his left hip.
• The bear, approximately 1 meter in length, fled north toward a villa area.
• Local hunters reported the incident to the police via a 110 emergency call.
• Authorities and hunting groups are urging residents to remain vigilant.
Summary
An 80-year-old man in Nasu-Shiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture, was bitten by a bear on the morning of July 6, 2025. The attack occurred while the man was pruning his garden, leaving him with a minor injury on his left hip. The bear, estimated to be 1 meter in length, fled north toward a villa area after the incident. Local hunters alerted the police, and authorities are now urging residents to exercise caution. The man described the attack, noting that the bear bit him while he was crouched down. This incident highlights the ongoing need for vigilance in areas where wildlife encounters are possible.
