News Black Bear Aizumisato Town, Suzumerin (Aza Kamikashiji), Fukushima Jan 22, 2026, 07:00 AM

Description

Around 16:00 on January 22, a man in his 50s sighted a single bear about 1 meter long on private residential grounds in Suzumerin, Aizumisato Town (Aza Kamikashiji). No human or property damage was reported; police are conducting patrols and public announcements in coordination with the town office.

Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.

Summary

On the afternoon of January 22, a single bear about 1 meter long was spotted on residential grounds in Aizumisato Town. There were no injuries or property damage, and police, working with the town office, have stepped up patrols and public advisories to warn residents.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 07:00 AM

Address

Coordinates

37.486235, 139.816066

Sources