News 2 Brown Bears Toyotomi Junior High School (Nishi-Toyotomi), Hokkaido Nov 28, 2025
Location
Description
On 2025-11-28 two brown bears believed to be a parent and cub appeared on the grounds of Toyotomi Junior High School (Nishi-Toyotomi). On Nov 26 one bear was also sighted near Toyotomi Elementary; both schools have stationed teachers along school routes, increased patrols, and requested parents pick up students at dismissal.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
Bear sightings have increased in Toyotomi: on Nov 28 two bears (likely a parent and cub) were seen on the grounds of Toyotomi Junior High, and a bear was spotted near Toyotomi Elementary on Nov 26. Schools have stepped up precautions by placing teachers along routes, increasing patrols, and asking parents to pick up students.
Bear Type
Brown Bear
Number of Bears
2
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Friday, November 28, 2025
Address
Toyotomi Junior High School (Nishi-Toyotomi), Hokkaido
Coordinates
45.102928, 141.777539
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Comments (1)
学校の敷地内に親子で出没するとは相当近い場所じゃないか。
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