News 5 Black Bears Fukushima Kanayagawa, Fukushima Apr 5, 2026, 04:45 AM

Description

On April 5, 2026, multiple sightings and tracks of bears or bear-like animals were reported across Fukushima Prefecture. Reported body lengths were estimated at 0.5–1.0 meters; sightings occurred at locations including a field in Matsukawamachi Sekiya Numakata, Fukushima City, and a field in Keizan 2-chome, Aizuwakamatsu City (2 bears), among others.

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Summary

On the 5th, bear sightings and tracks were reported at multiple locations in Fukushima Prefecture, with individuals estimated at 0.5–1.0 meters long. Reports came from several sites, including a field in Matsukawamachi Sekiya Numakata (Fukushima City) and a field in Keizan (Aizuwakamatsu City) where two bears were seen.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

5

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 04:45 AM

Address

Coordinates

37.676275, 140.451680

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