Indonesian Tourists Apologise for Taking Plastic to Nara Park Deer

Two Indonesian tourists at Nara Park in Japan had a surprising encounter with a deer that took a piece of plastic from them. Their video went viral, sparking criticism, but they later clarified they had not intended to feed the plastic to the animal. The incident highlights the need for visitors to follow guidelines and keep plastic away from the deer.

Upon seeing a Japanese man filming the interaction, the tourists quickly realised they had given plastic to the deer. They were visibly surprised and apologised at the scene. An account believed to belong to one of the tourists provided a clarification, stating their actions had been unintentional. The woman denied any malicious intent, explaining they were too slow to remove the plastic from the deer. The incident emphasizes the importance of following local feeding guidelines to ensure the safety of the deer.

Nara Park, known for its close encounters with deer, has around 1,000 to 1,400 deer. Visitors are warned against feeding the animals with plastic, as it can harm or kill them. This incident serves as a reminder for all visitors to keep their loose items, such as plastic bags and food packaging, away from the deer.