News Black Bear Omoriyama Zoo (Akita), Akita Dec 26, 2025

Description

On a municipal road near Omoriyama Zoo in Hamada, Akita City, a zoo employee was attacked and injured by a bear. In response, Akita City announced it will continue its bear crisis management headquarters into the new year.

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Summary

After a zoo employee was attacked and injured by a bear near Omoriyama Zoo in Hamada, Akita City, the mayor said the bear response headquarters—originally set to wind down at year-end—will continue into the new year. The city will maintain measures such as daily patrols by staff and intensified capture and removal efforts.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Friday, December 26, 2025

Address

Coordinates

39.671667, 140.075556

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