Location
Description
The caller was driving on National Route 49 toward Niigata when they witnessed something crossing in front of them from right to left and then heading off toward the river (Otonashi River).
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
Official
Date & Time
Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Address
Shibata 貝塚, Niigata
Coordinates
38.013090, 139.382700
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