News Black Bear Shosenkyo Gorge (Kofu City), Yamanashi Nov 11, 2025, 11:15 AM
Location
Description
Around 11:15 a.m. on the 11th, a single bear was seen by a tourist crossing a prefectural road about 100 m south of the prefectural parking lot near the Shosenkyo Green Line in Kamionatana-cho, Kofu City, then heading into the western forest. The bear's body length is unknown; walking paths are not scheduled to be closed, but the tourism association is warning visitors via its website and posters.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
During the autumn-leaf season at Shosenkyo on the 11th, a single bear was spotted crossing a road near the parking area, prompting numerous inquiries to the tourism association. While trails remain open, the association is urging caution through its website and posters.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Address
Shosenkyo Gorge (Kofu City), Yamanashi
Coordinates
35.745486, 138.567633
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