Man in His 70s Found Dead in Suspected Bear Attack in Iwate Pref.

The Yomiuri Shimbun

14:31 JST, October 10, 2025

A man in his 70s was found lying in Shizukuishi, Iwate Prefecture, and later confirmed dead on Friday, according to police, who believe it is highly likely he was attacked by a bear.

The man went missing on Thursday after going out to pick mushrooms.

He was found in a rural area dotted with houses and woods.