Fridge Foraging: When Japan's Wildlife Meets Urbanization As summer heat waves grip Japan, residents in rural areas are facing a growing threat from their own wildlife.
Recent bear sightings and home intrusions have left many shaken, particularly those that have occurred in northeastern Japan.
One notable incident took place in Shizukuishi, Iwate Prefecture, where a bear broke into a kitchen and allegedly opened the refrigerator to scavenge for food.