News Black Bear Akita Narayama-Jonanmachi, Akita Apr 18, 2026, 08:42 PM

Description

In a residential area of Ushijima Higashi, Akita City, a security camera recorded a bear running across the road at around 05:42 on April 19; about 15 seconds later a pedestrian appeared, creating a near-collision situation. Sightings have increased across the prefecture in April, but no human injuries have been reported so far.

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Summary

In the early morning in Ushijima Higashi, Akita City, a security camera captured a bear running across a street and, about 15 seconds later, a pedestrian appearing—creating a near-collision. Sightings have surged across the prefecture in April, and experts warn that bears may become more aggressive as the breeding season approaches.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 08:42 PM

Address

Coordinates

39.696883, 140.124037

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