On New Year's Eve, a remarkable event occurred as a bear found its cozy spot under a resident's house in Japan. Despite it being one of the busiest times of the year, the bear decided to make its home underneath the floorboards, causing quite a stir among the local community. Attempts are being made to coax the bear out safely, ensuring no harm comes to it or any people involved.

Wildlife encounters are not uncommon in Japan, especially in rural areas where buildings and natural habitats intersect. A significant value in Japanese society is the co-existence with nature, including wildlife. So, while a bear intruding on residential premises can be alarming, efforts typically focus on resolving the situation carefully without causing harm to the animal.

In the US or EU, similar situations with wildlife intrusions are often resolved with the involvement of specialized animal control departments. The efforts are mostly to relocate the animal safely to a suitable habitat while ensuring the safety of residents. Public interest in such incidents is also generally high, given concerns about wildlife protection and human safety.