Key Facts
• On September 14, 2025, at 9 PM, a bear entered a home in Kitakata City, Fukushima.
• The bear, approximately 1.5 meters tall, attacked the resident’s dog.
• A male resident heard his dog’s barking and opened the window, encountering the bear.
• The bear reached its paw inside, prompting the man to close the window in defense.
• The man escaped unharmed, but the dog was fatally attacked by the bear.
• The bear left the property after the incident.
• Police are patrolling the area and urging residents to remain cautious.
Summary
A bear entered a residential property in Kitakata City, Fukushima, on the night of September 14, 2025. The male resident, alerted by his dog’s barking, opened a window and encountered the 1.5-meter-tall bear. The bear attempted to reach inside, but the man managed to close the window and avoid injury. Unfortunately, the bear fatally attacked the dog before leaving the area. Police have increased patrols and are advising residents to stay vigilant.
