News Black Bear Hiroshima Itsukaichicho-Misuzuen, Hiroshima May 13, 2026
Location
Description
Multiple sightings of an approximately 1-meter adult Asiatic black bear were reported in Sendō (Saeki Ward, Hiroshima City), with additional reports last night and this morning near Misugi and around the Hiroshima Botanical Garden. Ten local elementary and junior high schools were temporarily closed; police and ward staff are patrolling and bear rangers are conducting on-site investigations.
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Summary
Sightings of an adult Asiatic black bear have been reported repeatedly in Saeki Ward, Hiroshima City, raising local concern. After an early-morning sighting in Sendō, reports came in last night and this morning from Misugi and around the Hiroshima Botanical Garden, prompting temporary closures of 10 nearby elementary and junior high schools. Police and ward staff are patrolling while bear rangers carry out investigations.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Address
Hiroshima Itsukaichicho-Misuzuen, Hiroshima
Coordinates
34.380272, 132.350177
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