Japan: Rising Temperatures Bring Surge in Bear Sightings Near Residential Areas

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Japan: Rising Temperatures Bring Surge in Bear Sightings Near Residential Areas

As spring temperatures rose, bears in Japan emerged from hibernation and ventured closer to human settlements in search of food, with sightings reported one after another, prompting authorities to urge residents to stay alert. This video was captured at Natsui Community Center in Iwate on Friday, May 15.

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  • 2026/5/15 14:43:06
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  • Video Location: Natsui Community Center, 2026 at about 08:00h, Kuji, Iwate Prefecture, Japan Video Recording Date/Time: May 15

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