News Black Bear Koshimami, Nagano City, Nagano Dec 3, 2025, 08:00 PM

Description

Around 20:00 on December 3, 2025, a driver reported seeing the rear of a large bear-like animal in the grass and hearing a growl at the riverside of the Susobana River in Koshimami, Nagano City. Police responded but did not find the animal, and residents in the area were warned to be cautious.

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Summary

On the night of December 3, a motorist reported seeing the rear of a bear-like animal and hearing a growl at the Susobana River riverside in Koshimami, Nagano City. Police searched the area but did not locate the animal, and residents were advised to be cautious.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 08:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

36.644411, 138.177809

Sources