News Black Bear Akita City government office district, Akita Nov 14, 2025, 06:30 AM

Description

On Nov 14 at around 06:30, a bear about 1 m long was repeatedly sighted in the government office district of Akita City, an area with nearby elementary and junior high schools and a shopping center. People walking dogs at Yabase Sports Park stopped their walks and a nearby shrine used firecrackers to drive the bear away; police say no further sightings have been reported but are urging continued vigilance.

Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.

Summary

On the morning of Nov 14, a roughly one-meter-long bear was repeatedly sighted in the government office district of Akita City, briefly unsettling the area near schools and shopping. Nearby residents halted walks and a shrine used firecrackers to drive the animal off, and police continue to urge caution.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 06:30 AM

Address

Coordinates

39.719256, 140.104267

Sources