News 2 Black Bears Akita, Akita Apr 30, 2026, 10:00 PM
Location
Description
Before 07:00 on May 1, 2026, a roughly 1-meter bear was spotted in a residential area of Kawabe, Akita City, and Kawabe Junior High asked parents to accompany students home. On April 29, a roughly 1-meter bear was also seen on the north breakwater of Akita Port; managers plan to use firecrackers and loudspeakers as countermeasures when the breakwater is opened.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
Bear sightings have continued in Akita City, prompting Kawabe Junior High near a residential area to send students home with parental accompaniment for safety. A bear was also observed on the north breakwater of Akita Port, and managers plan to use firecrackers and loudspeakers as measures when opening the breakwater to the public.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
2
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Address
Akita, Akita
Coordinates
39.657667, 140.216987
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