News Black Bear Miyako, Iwate Apr 21, 2026, 06:48 AM

Description

Around 15:48 on April 21, staff and children at an after-school care program spotted a bear about 1 m long near the pool at Shinsato Elementary School in Kariya, Miyako City. The bear entered the mountain behind the school, and no damage to people or property was reported.

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Summary

On the afternoon of April 21, staff and children at Shinsato Elementary School in Miyako City sighted a roughly 1‑meter bear. The animal retreated into the mountain behind the school, and no injuries or property damage were reported.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 06:48 AM

Address

Coordinates

39.645125, 141.753656

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