Community Black Bear Azumino Kitahosono, Nagano Apr 14, 2026, 10:00 PM

Description

Bear Sighting Information This is a notice from the Azumino City Agricultural Land and Forestry Division regarding a bear sighting. On April 15, around 7:00 AM, a sighting of one cub was reported on the riverbed approximately 300m south of the Takasegawa-nishi intersection in the Hotaka Kita-Hotaka area. If you live nearby or are going out, please carry noise-making items such as a radio or bell, and avoid approaching bushes as much as possible. Also, please do not leave food or other attractants outside the house. If you sight a bear, please contact the Agricultural Land and Forestry Division (direct: 71-2432, main: 71-2000). Azumino City Hall, Agricultural Land and Forestry Division

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

Community

Date & Time

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

36.373111, 137.879298