As the crisis arrives to the outskirts of Tokyo, official policy aims to ease strict restrictions on firearm use, and promote ...

Two Japanese companies have jointly developed a protective helmet designed to help reduce head and facial injuries from bear ...

The central government plans to dispatch experts across the country to deal with bear problems as the number of attacks on humans hit a record-high 177 this year.

As spring hiking season started, organizations in Niigata Prefecture are stepping up measures against bears, given the many ...

In Akita Prefecture, 67 people were attacked by bears, including four fatalities, in the year that ended in March.

A study is planned to analyze the impact of bear appearances on the daily lives and mental health of elderly residents in Akita Prefecture, which had the largest number of bear attack victims in Japan ...

A nail technician was nearly mauled to death after a dog ripped off and ate part of her face during an unprovoked attack.

A nail technician was nearly mauled to death after a dog ripped off and ate part of her face during an unprovoked attack.

Japan's Environment Ministry says the number of injuries and deaths from bear attacks across the country reached an all-time ...

We traveled to the front lines of Japan’s battle against the moon bear, which experts say is responsible for hundreds of ...

Japanese authorities have warned residents Saturday to be aware of wild bears in the country's northeast Tohoku region after ...

Japanese Akita dogs are large, powerful dogs with much substance and dignity. Their proud head carriage and stance is enhanced by their small ears and dark eyes. They make a striking picture with ...