News Black Bear Samegawa 大字西山, Fukushima Apr 17, 2026, 12:30 PM

Description

At around 21:30 on April 17, 2026, a man driving on Prefectural Road 274 in Nishi-yama, Samegawa Village, Fukushima, sighted one bear-like animal (approximately 60 cm long) crossing the road. Its whereabouts are unknown and no human or property damage has been reported. Police have stepped up patrols and urged residents to be cautious.

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

Summary

On the night of April 17 in Samegawa Village, Fukushima, a motorist spotted a bear-like animal about 60 cm long crossing a prefectural road. The animal has not been located since; police have increased patrols and warned residents to be careful.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Address

Coordinates

37.065701, 140.487690

Sources