
News 2 Black Bears Near Midorigaoka Community Center, Kikugawa City, Shizuoka Dec 26, 2025, 07:00 AM
Location
Description
On the morning of December 26, 2025, a bear was reported near the Midorigaoka Community Center in Kikugawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and multiple footprints were found on a hillside. Footprints had also been found on the 24th and 25th, and the city and police have increased vigilance.
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Summary
In Kikugawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture, a bear was sighted on the morning of December 26 near the Midorigaoka Community Center, and multiple footprints were discovered on a nearby hillside. Footprints had been found on the 24th and 25th as well, and the city, police and hunters are monitoring the area; no damages have been reported so far.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
2
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Friday, December 26, 2025 at 07:00 AM
Address
Near Midorigaoka Community Center, Kikugawa City, Shizuoka
Coordinates
34.762997, 138.080441
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