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Description
On the afternoon of May 17 a pair of Asiatic black bears believed to be a parent and child were sighted near a field in Kamionkata-machi, Hachioji City, and the city has issued a warning. According to the city the sighting occurred around 18:00.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
On May 17 two Asiatic black bears, thought to be a parent and its cub, appeared near a field in Kamionkata-machi, Hachioji. The city reported the sighting around 18:00 and warned local residents to be cautious.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
2
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 09:00 AM
Address
Hachioji, Tokyo
Coordinates
35.671204, 139.198023
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