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Description
At around 08:00 on May 14, 2026, a municipal employee reported seeing an animal resembling a cub in a residential area of Yoneda-machi, Toyama City. The city and the hunters' association are checking for traces to confirm whether it is a bear, and the police are patrolling and urging residents to be cautious. Nearby Toyoda Elementary School locked exterior doors, canceled outdoor practice, and will release pupils to guardians from inside the school.
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Summary
In the residential area of Yoneda-machi, Toyama City, a municipal employee reported seeing an animal resembling a cub at around 08:00. The city and the hunters' association are searching for traces, and police are patrolling and warning residents. Nearby Toyoda Elementary School locked exterior doors, canceled outdoor practice, and will hand pupils to guardians from inside the school.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Address
Toyama, Toyama
Coordinates
36.739123, 137.242799
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