Watch: Man dons bear costume in Japanese Police animal attack drill

Jul 25, 2025
BBC News
Watch: Man dons bear costume in Japanese Police animal attack drill
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Watch: Man dons bear costume in Japanese Police animal attack drill

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Japanese Police and local hunters in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture have practiced their response to potential bear attacks in a simulated drill. The demonstration saw a man dressed as a bear chased off by firecrackers, and showed participants how to safely approach an animal after it has been shot or tranquillized. Tochigi has seen three bear attacks so far this year, local media reported.

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Experience the nerve-wracking simulation of a bear attack drill carried out by Japanese police and local hunters in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture in preparation for potential bear attacks. The article will take you through the steps taken during the drill and inform you about the year's bear attacks in Tochigi.

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Primary keyword: Bear attack drill Secondary keyword: Japanese police Relevant phrase: Bear attack Topic keyword: Drills and training Industry term: Wildlife, Conservation, Environmental Science Timely keyword: Year-round Location: Tochigi Prefecture I hope this was helpful! Let me know if you would like me to make any further changes.

Original source: BBC News