News Black Bear Hiroshima Itsukaichicho-Misuzuen, Hiroshima May 12, 2026, 08:00 PM
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Description
On the morning of May 13, 2026, multiple sightings of a bear-like animal were reported in a residential area of Sando, Saeki Ward, Hiroshima City; a black animal was captured on a security camera around 05:00. Ward staff and experts examined droppings and other traces, police and the ward conducted patrols and issued warnings, and one nearby elementary school closed temporarily; no injuries were reported.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 08:00 PM
Address
Hiroshima Itsukaichicho-Misuzuen, Hiroshima
Coordinates
34.380272, 132.350177
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