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News Black Bear Meio High School grounds (Shimokitate, Akita City), Akita Nov 6, 2025, 08:10 AM

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At around 08:10 on November 6, 2025, a single bear approximately 50 cm long was spotted on the grounds of Meio High School in Shimokitate, Akita City by school staff observing from inside the building. The Akita East Police contacted related agencies and deployed patrol cars to warn and alert local residents.

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

Summary

On the morning of November 6 a small bear was seen on the grounds of Meio High School, prompting police patrols and warnings to nearby residents. Akita City has experienced repeated bear sightings since October 25, including the capture and culling of two bears in Senshu Park, and vigilance in the area remains heightened.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 08:10 AM

Address

Meio High School grounds (Shimokitate, Akita City), Akita

Coordinates

39.715980, 140.160765

Sources

https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/f5de37ea1f7bde6495fd5f544d... https://www.aab-tv.co.jp/news/aabnews-25110517330036/ https://www.sakigake.jp/news/article/20251106AK0011/ https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/3e9cef85aeedd9d48abef7d247...

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