News Black Bear Takinoiri district, Moroyama Town, Saitama Nov 8, 2025

Description

According to the town, in the early morning of November 8, 2025, a bear-like animal was sighted in the Takinoiri area of mountainous Moroyama Town. For the walking event on the 23rd, the town canceled the 14 km A and C courses, modified the 7 km B course, and staff will carry bear bells and whistles to ensure safety. The animal has not been confirmed as a bear, and the possibility cannot be completely ruled out.

Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.

Summary

Moroyama Town in Saitama announced that after a bear-like animal was sighted in the Takinoiri area on the early morning of November 8, it has canceled two 14 km walking courses for the Nov 23 event and will partially alter the 7 km route. Staff will carry bear bells and whistles to protect participants, but the town says a bear has not been confirmed and the possibility cannot be completely ruled out.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Saturday, November 8, 2025

Address

Coordinates

35.941582, 139.279074

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