News Black Bear Shonai Airport, Yamagata Jan 13, 2026, 07:35 AM

Description

A bear was sighted near the archery range and tennis courts in the buffer green area east of Shonai Airport at about 09:45 on the 12th and about 07:35 on the 13th. According to the city the bear's body length is about 50–60 cm; use of the tennis courts, archery range, and soccer field has been restricted, patrols increased, and notices posted to warn nearby residents.

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

Summary

Small bear sightings were reported on the 12th and 13th in the buffer green area of Shonai Airport in Sakata City; authorities have restricted use of some facilities, increased patrols, and posted warnings.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 07:35 AM

Address

Coordinates

38.815831, 139.787675

Sources