News Black Bear Mizugazuka Park (Suyama, Susono), Shizuoka Nov 18, 2025, 09:00 AM

Description

On the morning of November 18, an adult female Asian black bear (about 130 cm long, 98 kg) was found in a box trap near Mizugazuka Park in Suyama, Susono City, and was culled on site. Sightings in the area had been reported since July, and the trap was set on November 17 with prefectural permission.

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Summary

Near Mizugazuka Park at the foot of Mt. Fuji in Susono, a box trap set by hunters with prefectural permission caught an adult female Asian black bear, which was culled on November 18. The bear measured about 130 cm and weighed roughly 98 kg; the area, which includes tourist facilities and campgrounds, had seen repeated sightings since July, prompting local authorities to warn residents and visitors.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 09:00 AM

Address

Coordinates

35.304603, 138.770926

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