News Black Bear Teratani Fureai Park (Anegawa Dam Park), Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture, Shiga Nov 16, 2025

Description

On November 16, 2025, a cub was sighted near Teratani Fureai Park at Anegawa Dam. For safety, the park was closed from around 15:00 on November 17. The park normally enters its winter closure in late November, and reopening is expected in early May next year.

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Summary

A cub was sighted on November 16 near Teratani Fureai Park at Anegawa Dam in Maibara City. The park was closed from around 15:00 on November 17 for safety and will remain closed as part of the regular winter shutdown, with reopening expected in early May; authorities warn that bears may appear elsewhere around the dam.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Sunday, November 16, 2025

Address

Coordinates

35.488311, 136.358375

Sources