News Black Bear Kyoto Sangyo University, Kyoto Nov 14, 2025, 06:30 PM

Description

Around 18:30 on November 14, a student reported a bear-like animal on the road near the main athletic ground of Kyoto Sangyo University in Kita Ward, Kyoto. Police found no traces, but the university banned use of the ground from November 15–17 for safety, distributed bear deterrent spray, and moved physical education classes indoors.

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

Summary

On the night of November 14 a student reported a bear-like animal near the main athletic ground of Kyoto Sangyo University. Although police found no evidence, the university banned use of the ground from November 15–17, deployed deterrent spray, moved PE classes indoors, and will decide on measures after checking the situation from November 18 onward.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 06:30 PM

Address

Coordinates

35.071387, 135.756960

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