Location
Description
Around 08:00 on May 14, 2026, a municipal employee in Yoneda-cho 2-chome, Toyama City, reported seeing a 'cub-like' animal crossing the road. The city, hunters' association and police searched the area but found no bear or traces; nearby Toyoda Elementary School canceled outdoor practice as a precaution.
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Summary
On the morning of May 14, a municipal worker in Yoneda-cho 2-chome, Toyama City, reported seeing a cub-like animal cross the road. The city, hunters' association and police searched the area without finding traces, and nearby Toyoda Elementary School suspended outdoor practice to protect students.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Address
Toyama, Toyama
Coordinates
36.734532, 137.241358
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