News Black Bear Fukushima City, Fukushima Nov 29, 2025, 05:00 PM

Description

On November 29 a bear was sighted in central Fukushima City about 500 m from JR Fukushima Station, and that evening an Abukuma Express train collided with the bear. Sightings continued on the 30th, and an expert suggested railway tracks may have been used as the bear's travel route.

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Summary

Around 500 m from JR Fukushima Station in central Fukushima City, bear sightings were reported on November 29, and that evening an Abukuma Express train struck and killed a bear. Sightings persisted into the 30th, and a university expert warned that quiet, straight railway tracks may have served as the bear's route; residents were advised to avoid going out alone at night and to carry strong lights.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 05:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

37.760799, 140.474786

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