1. A man in his 70s working at a medical clinic in Kurihara City, Miyagi Prefecture, was injured by a bear at around 7:50 a.m. on Saturday.
2. The attack occurred when the man went outside and two bears entered the building's compound. One of the bears scratched him, causing injuries to his face and other parts of his body.
3. Both bears have reportedly left the area and are moving in an easterly direction. Police and city officials remain on alert following the incident.
2. The attack occurred when the man went outside and two bears entered the building's compound. One of the bears scratched him, causing injuries to his face and other parts of his body.
3. Both bears have reportedly left the area and are moving in an easterly direction. Police and city officials remain on alert following the incident.
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70-year-old man injured by bear at medical clinic in Kurihara City, Miyagi Prefecture. Attack happened around 7:50 a.m. on Saturday when bears entered the compound. Injuries include face and body. Bears have reportedly moved easterly. Police and city officials on alert following incident.
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251123_01/#summary
Date: Nov. 23, 2025
Notes: 2025-11-23
Created: 2025/11/24 07:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 21:41
Last Read: 2025/11/24 09:23