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Last Shark Attack in Japan

The most recent recorded shark attack in Japan occurred on Ca. 1010 BC at Archeological site. The incident was fatal and involved an unidentified shark.

Date
~ Ca. 1010 BC (estimated)
Location
Archeological site
Outcome
Fatal
Species
Unidentified
Activity
Not recorded
Victim
male

What happened

FATAL

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Previous recorded incidents in Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Japan?
The most recent recorded shark attack in Japan was on Ca. 1010 BC, at Archeological site.
Was the latest shark attack in Japan fatal?
Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Archeological site was fatal.

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