News Black Bear Obuse Town, Nagano Nov 25, 2025, 11:00 AM

Description

Around 11:00 on November 25 in Obuse Town, Nagano Prefecture, a staff member spotted and reported one bear cub near a shrine while kindergarten children were on a walk. Police and town officials searched but did not find the bear; there were no injuries, the children returned to the nursery, and residents were advised to be cautious.

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Summary

On November 25 in Obuse Town, Nagano, a staff member spotted one bear cub near a shrine while kindergarten children were on a walk and reported it. Police and town officials investigated but did not find the bear; there were no injuries, the children returned to the nursery, and residents were warned to be cautious.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Address

Coordinates

36.697650, 138.312086

Sources