A series of alarming bear attacks have spiked across Japan, leading to numerous injuries and fatalities. A bear incident in a supermarket left two customers injured and a man was killed in a separate mauling. Other reports show that tourists have also been attacked, including a Spanish visitor injured in a heritage village and another attacked near popular rural attractions. Authorities are increasingly worried as the nationwide toll of bear-related incidents reaches a new high, prompting action including the development of preventive measures such as sonic barriers in regions like Fukushima. With multiple attacks causing serious injuries and fatalities, there is a growing concern about the safety of residents and tourists alike.