News Black Bear Hiroshima Itsukaichicho-Misuzuen, Hiroshima May 12, 2026, 09:10 PM
Location
Description
On the morning of May 13, 2026 around 06:10, a bear-like animal was sighted in the residential area of Sendo 1-chome, Saeki Ward, Hiroshima City; the ward office identified it as an Asian black bear (tsukinowaguma) based on droppings and footprints. Multiple reports were made, local public elementary, junior high and high schools (11 schools) were temporarily closed, and no injuries have been reported.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
In the early morning of May 13, multiple sightings of a bear were reported in the Sendo 1-chome residential area of Saeki Ward, Hiroshima. The ward identified the animal as an Asian black bear from droppings and footprints. As a result, 11 nearby public schools were temporarily closed and patrols by the ward and local hunting association were carried out; no injuries have been reported, and residents remain concerned.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 09:10 PM
Address
Hiroshima Itsukaichicho-Misuzuen, Hiroshima
Coordinates
34.378609, 132.351407
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