News Black Bear Yanaizu Town, Fukushima Feb 14, 2026, 11:30 PM

Description

In a residential storage shed in Yanaizu Town, Fukushima Prefecture, a single bear about 50 cm long was found around 08:30 on the 15th; it was in a weakened state and was captured about two hours after discovery with no injuries reported. The same shed had also had a bear sighting on the 14th, and local hunters had set traps and been on alert.

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

Summary

On the morning of the 15th in Yanaizu Town, Fukushima, a small bear was found weakened in a residential storage shed and was captured about two hours later with no injuries reported. Since a bear had also been seen there the previous day, authorities are urging residents not to leave out food waste or other attractants.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 11:30 PM

Address

Coordinates

37.525825, 139.720627

Sources