News Black Bear Aizuwakamatsu Tenjinmachi, Fukushima Apr 23, 2026, 12:10 AM

Description

In Aizuwakamatsu City, Kita-Aoki, at around 09:10 on April 23, one bear about 1 meter long was sighted in the undergrowth. No damage to people or property has been reported, and police are urging caution.

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

Summary

On the morning of April 23 a roughly 1-meter bear was seen in the undergrowth in Kita-Aoki, Aizuwakamatsu. No injuries or damage have been reported, and police are advising residents to be cautious.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:10 AM

Address

Coordinates

37.479666, 139.937623

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