News 2 Black Bears Iwaizumi, Iwate, Iwate Nov 18, 2025, 04:05 PM

Description

On 2025-11-18, two bears believed to be a parent and cub stayed for an extended time in a persimmon tree in a residential area of Iwaizumi, Iwate. The prefectural police rifle team was deployed, but did not fire and no culling occurred due to sunset. There were no sightings on the 19th and residents felt relieved but remained uneasy about possible reappearance.

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Summary

In Iwaizumi, Iwate, two bears thought to be a parent and cub repeatedly stayed in a persimmon tree on residential property, prompting the prefectural police rifle team to deploy for the first time on November 18. No shooting took place because of sunset, and although there were no sightings on the 19th, residents remain concerned that ripe persimmons are attracting bears.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

2

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 04:05 PM

Address

Coordinates

39.858968, 141.788538

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