News Black Bear Hiroshima Itsukaichicho-Misuzuen, Hiroshima May 13, 2026, 03:00 PM
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Description
On 2026-05-14, bear sightings continued in a residential area of Saeki Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and a total of 11 nearby elementary, junior high, and high schools were closed. According to police, bears were also sighted on the 13th and again on the 14th.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
Bear sightings continued in a residential area of Saeki Ward, Hiroshima City, following reports on the 13th, and on the 14th as well, prompting the closure of 11 nearby elementary, junior high and high schools. Police are investigating the situation.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 03:00 PM
Address
Hiroshima Itsukaichicho-Misuzuen, Hiroshima
Coordinates
34.380442, 132.354024
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