News Brown Bear Hokkaido Shrine, Hokkaido Nov 10, 2025, 05:10 AM

Description

On 2025-11-10 at around 05:10, a bear-like animal about 1 meter long was spotted on the road near the third torii of Hokkaido Shrine in Sapporo's Chuo Ward; police responded and increased patrols. Footprints believed to be from a bear were found inside Maruyama Zoo the previous day, and nearby elementary and junior high schools were temporarily closed. No injuries were reported.

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Summary

A bear-like animal about 1 meter long was sighted near the third torii of Hokkaido Shrine on the morning of November 10 in Sapporo. Footprints had been found at Maruyama Zoo the day before, prompting heightened police and municipal vigilance and temporary school closures nearby. No injuries were reported.

Bear Type

Brown Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Monday, November 10, 2025 at 05:10 AM

Address

Coordinates

43.054333, 141.307793

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