News Black Bear Chitose district (Chitose 1-chome near Chitose police box; Chitose 3-chome near municipal housing; along the Asaseishi River; headed toward Higashi Park), Aomori Mar 25, 2026, 11:45 AM
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Kuroishi City reported that on March 25, 2026 an adult bear was sighted at around 20:45 in Chitose 1-chome (near the Chitose police box) and again at around 21:05 in Chitose 3-chome (near municipal housing), believed to be the same animal. The sightings occurred along the Asaseishi River near a large supermarket and restaurants; the bear was reported to have moved toward Higashi Park.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
On the night of March 25 an adult bear was repeatedly sighted in the Chitose district of Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture. The sightings occurred along the Asaseishi River near a large supermarket and restaurants, close to residential areas, and the city has urged local residents to stay alert and follow safety advice such as not shouting and not turning one’s back if encountering the bear.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11:45 AM
Address
Chitose district (Chitose 1-chome near Chitose police box; Chitose 3-chome near municipal housing; along the Asaseishi River; headed toward Higashi Park), Aomori
Coordinates
40.637857, 140.597934
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