One Dead, Two Missing in Ibaraki Clam Digging Accidents

A tragic series of accidents occurred along the Ibaraki coast on May 2, 2026, as clam diggers were swept out to sea. In Tokai Village, two men were caught by currents while gathering shellfish. One was rescued and rushed to a hospital but later died. The second remains missing. Separately, in the nearby town of Oarai, another man who had gone clam digging is also missing. Authorities are conducting search operations for all missing individuals. The incidents highlight the dangers of coastal activities, especially during changing tides and currents.