Bear attacks in Japan reach historic levels as poor harvests and shrinking hunter population create wildlife crisis in northern prefectures like Akita and Fukushima.

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Bear attacks and bear-caused damage to property have been reported across Japan. The Yomiuri Shimbun has compiled data on bear sightings and attacks on humans, using information from the Environment ...