News 3 Black Bears Yasaka Shrine (Yonejima, Sakata City), Yamagata Nov 10, 2025, 09:40 AM

Description

On the morning of November 10, 2025, bears were sighted in a persimmon tree near Yasaka Shrine in Yonejima, Sakata City. The city set up a response headquarters and authorized an emergency hunt; around 09:30–09:40 three bears, believed to be a parent and offspring, were killed. No human or property damage was reported.

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Summary

On the morning of the 10th, bears climbing a persimmon tree near Yasaka Shrine in Yonejima, Sakata City, were reported by residents. The city set up a response headquarters, restricted access around the area for safety, and authorized an emergency hunt. Conducted in the 9 a.m. hour, the operation resulted in the removal of three bears believed to be a parent and offspring. This was the prefecture's second emergency hunt this month, following one in Yonezawa on the 7th.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

3

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Monday, November 10, 2025 at 09:40 AM

Address

Coordinates

38.984415, 139.902243

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