Archive · 24 Nov 2025
Bear Attacks Ramen Shop Cook, He Continues Working
A brave cook in Japan was attacked by a bear while working at a ramen shop.
Despite being injured, he continued preparing food and said he had to open the shop.
Japan has been having more bear problems this year, so the shop is now adding safety measures.
A bear attacked a ramen shop cook in Aomori, Japan, while he was preparing for the restaurant's opening.
The cook sustained injuries to his face but returned to work, saying 'It was nothing. The shop must open.'
Japan has seen an increase in bear-related incidents this year, with at least 13 people killed and over 100 injured.
The ramen shop temporarily closed and plans to install a bear-proof fence after the incident.
The cook was sent on sick leave to recover from swelling caused by the attack.
- Who
- A 57-year-old cook at a ramen shop in Aomori, Japan
- What
- Was attacked by a bear and continued working
- When
- November 9, around 5 am
- Where
- At the back of the ramen shop
- Why
- Unknown, as bears are not typically aggressive unless provoked or protecting their cubs
Cook's Actions
Shop Manager's Perspective
Cook's Response
Cook's Actions
The cook returned to work despite being injured, saying 'It was nothing. The shop must open.'
Shop Manager's Perspective
The shop manager insisted the cook visit a hospital to prevent infection and sent him on sick leave.
- Number of people killed in bear attacks in Japan this year
- At least 13
- Number of people injured in bear attacks in Japan this year
- Over 100
- Prefecture where the incident occurred
- Aomori
- Day of the week the incident happened
- Sunday
- Estimated height of the bear
- One metre
