Location
Description
In Chikuma City, Nagano Prefecture, bear sightings had been occurring near urban areas and schools; on the morning of the 20th one bear was found in the Yashiro area and was culled. The city reported sightings in Yashiro and Awasa districts since the afternoon of the 19th.
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Summary
In Chikuma City, Nagano, bear sightings around urban areas and near schools were reported from the afternoon of the 19th. On the morning of the 20th one bear was discovered in the Yashiro area and was culled.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Address
Chikuma Yashiro, Nagano
Coordinates
36.542252, 138.131373
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