News Black Bear Izumisano City, Osaka Dec 9, 2025, 10:00 AM

Description

Around 10:00 on December 9, 2025, a single bear-like animal about 1 meter long was sighted in the mountains of Uenogo in Izumisano City. City staff inspected the site but found no traces; the city, with the hunters' association, is conducting forest patrols and monitoring with sensor cameras.

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Summary

On the morning of December 9 an approximately 1-meter bear-like animal was sighted in Uenogo, Izumisano City. Although no traces were found at the site, the city is continuing patrols and sensor-camera monitoring with the hunters' association, and Governor Yoshimura has pledged thorough measures.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Address

Coordinates

34.406893, 135.327303

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