A group of Ezo sika deer crossing the crosswalk.
The lead 🦌 is properly looking left and right before crossing.😆
Still, this is a busy intersection, so drivers, please be careful.
Oh, and I was in the 7-Eleven parking lot eating a cream puff.😋
#JustWaitingForAClient
#NotSlackingOff

The posted video shows a herd of Ezo sika deer crossing a crosswalk! What's more surprising is that the lead deer carefully checks both left and right before starting to cross. This behavior, as if they are following traffic rules, has captured the interest of many people.

A Chance Encounter in a Convenience Store Parking Lot in Kushiro, Eastern Hokkaido

The deer in the back also appears to be cautiously looking both ways.

Mayumi Sato (Mayutan), a resident of Kushiro City, Hokkaido, witnessed this scene during a work break in a convenience store parking lot. "I filmed it while eating a cream puff and waiting for a client," she said, adding humorous comments to her post like "#JustWaitingForAClient #NotSlackingOff." The comments section was filled with voices of surprise, such as "That's incredible," "There's a whole herd," and "It's hilarious how it checks left and right."

When Driving in Hokkaido, Watch Out for Wildlife Darting Out!

Incidentally, Kushiro City, located in the eastern part of Hokkaido where the video was posted, is rich in nature, and it's not uncommon to see Ezo sika deer even in urban areas. Mayutan has encountered deer crossing a crosswalk before.

Mr. Deer crossing the crosswalk 🦌

While the sight of a herd of Ezo sika deer crossing is heartwarming, it also comes with the risk of car accidents. Please keep this in mind when driving in Hokkaido. This post was a heartwarming reminder of the unique sights you can only find in Hokkaido.