News Black Bear Hoshizawa, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture, Iwate Feb 6, 2026, 05:00 AM

Description

On the evening of February 6 a bear cub (70–80 cm, about 20 kg) was found inside a warehouse near a cattle barn in Hoshizawa, Hachimantai City, Iwate. The city set traps and the animal was captured at around 08:40 on February 7; there were no injuries or property damage.

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Summary

A bear cub was discovered in a warehouse near a cattle barn in Hoshizawa, Hachimantai City on the evening of February 6. The city set traps, and the cub—found sitting on a pile of sawdust—was captured in a trap the following morning with no injuries or property damage reported. Authorities urged caution, noting some bears may not hibernate.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 05:00 AM

Address

Coordinates

40.031343, 141.001146

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