News Black Bear Tateyama, Toyama May 14, 2026, 05:10 AM

Description

Around 14:10 on May 14, 2026, an 86-year-old man, believed to be a tourist, was attacked by a bear near the parking area of the Shomyo Falls walking path in Tateyama Town and was reported bleeding from the face. A doctor helicopter was dispatched and treatment is underway at the scene; the extent of his injuries is unknown and the bear's whereabouts are unclear.

Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.

Summary

On the afternoon of the 14th, an 86-year-old man was attacked by a bear and suffered facial bleeding on the Shomyo Falls walking path. A doctor helicopter responded and treatment was provided on site; the road to Shomyo Falls was closed from the Katsuradai Gate. Hunting associations are patrolling the area and Tateyama Town has urged nearby people to evacuate. A bear sighting had also been reported at Shomyo Falls on the 13th.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 05:10 AM

Address

Coordinates

36.575513, 137.523805

Sources