Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developmentsPublished Aug 22, 2026, 03:41 PMUpdated Aug 22, 2026, 03:46 PMTOKYO – A male foreign tourist was attacked by a bear near an observation deck overlooking Lake Towada in Japan, a popular tourist spot, in the north-eastern prefecture of Aomori, local authorities said on Aug 22.The man, whose right arm was bitten by the bear, was airlifted to a hospital but was able to communicate, according to the city of Towada and the local fire department.This is a developing story. KYODO NEWSMore on this topicSee more onGet unlimited access to exclusive stories and incisive insights from the ST newsroomMDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.
Foreign tourist attacked by bear near Lake Towada in north-eastern Japan
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