News 3 Black Bears Kiyosecho, Kiryu City, Gunma Nov 27, 2025, 05:30 PM

Description

Around 17:30 on November 27, a report was made to the Kiryu Police that three animals resembling bear cubs were sighted on the Watarase River riverbed under the Kiryu Bridge in Kiyosecho, Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture. Since the 20th, bear sightings have been frequent in the city, and the police and city have been urging caution.

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

Summary

On the evening of the 27th, three bear cubs were reportedly seen on the Watarase River riverbed beneath the Kiryu Bridge, and the Kiryu Police received a report. Since the 20th, bear sightings have been frequent in the city, and authorities are warning residents to be cautious.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

3

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, November 27, 2025 at 05:30 PM

Address

Coordinates

36.407151, 139.324081

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