News 2 Black Bears Aomori Higashi High School, Aomori Nov 27, 2025, 08:30 PM
Location
Description
On November 27 in Aomori City, two bears believed to be a parent and cub (about 1.5 m and about 50 cm) were sighted multiple times in residential areas and near schools; a sighting was reported near Aburakawa Station around 20:30. Aomori Higashi High School issued an announcement, locked windows and entrances, about 80 students were handed to guardians and sent home, and no damage was reported.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
On the night of November 27, two bears believed to be a parent and cub were repeatedly sighted in residential areas and near schools in Aomori City, prompting warnings from the city. Aomori Higashi High School announced the sighting, secured the building, and about 80 students were handed over to guardians and sent home; there were no injuries or reported damage.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
2
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Thursday, November 27, 2025 at 08:30 PM
Address
Aomori Higashi High School, Aomori
Coordinates
40.834631, 140.805029
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Comments (1)
親子連れが住宅街から駅まで、相当広い範囲を移動してるんだ。
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