A driver in Japan reportedly collided with a bear twice in the span of three weeks, leaving citizens in awe and slightly in shock. The two encounters occurred in a rural area where wildlife sightings are not uncommon, but the frequency of these incidents between the same driver and presumably the same bear has sparked conversations around wildlife roaming guidelines and road safety measures. No major injuries were reported in either incident.

With the interaction between wildlife and humans in rural areas being increasingly prevalent, straying bears on the roads have been a concern for Japan's Forest and Wildlife Protection. The government devotes significant attention to public awareness initiatives to educate citizens about wildlife encounters. This story will likely resonate widely in Japan due to the shared sense of responsibility towards co-existing with nature and the country's long-established connection with wildlife.

In comparison, the US and EU also face similar wildlife encounters, particularly in regions bordering forest reserves. Measures to minimize these incidents involve wildlife fencing, wildlife overpasses, reduction in speed limits, and public education. However, unlike Japan, these encounters are seldom documented as prominently.