News Black Bear Near Toyama Elementary School (Numata Ato, Asaminami Ward, Hiroshima City), Hiroshima Oct 28, 2025

Description

On October 28 near Toyama Elementary School in Asaminami Ward, Hiroshima City, broken persimmon trees were found and an investigation determined they were caused by a bear. Evidence such as eaten persimmons, claw marks, and droppings were confirmed, and the ward urged people not to leave household garbage or vegetables outdoors.

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Summary

Bear traces have been repeatedly confirmed in Asaminami Ward, Hiroshima City; on October 28, broken persimmon trees, claw marks, and droppings were found near Toyama Elementary School. The ward and prefectural police say the bear(s) appear to be coming into populated areas and are urging residents not to leave food outdoors.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Address

Coordinates

34.482770, 132.354154

Sources