Bears in Japan: Record Attacks and Safety Concerns

Bears in Japan are causing more problems this year. Seven people have died from bear attacks since April. This is the highest number since 2006. Many attacks happen in the north of Japan.

Bears often attack in autumn before they sleep for winter. Experts think bears are coming to towns because they can't find enough food in the forests. Climate change is making it hard for bears to find nuts to eat.

People are worried about bears entering towns and shops. In one case, a bear went into a supermarket and hurt two men. In another case, a tourist was attacked at a bus stop.