News Black Bear Minamiaizu Nagano, Fukushima Apr 25, 2026, 02:35 AM
Location
Description
In Fukushima Prefecture, bear sightings were reported repeatedly from the night of April 24 to April 25, 2026, with individuals measuring about 0.5–1.5 meters observed. A bear was sighted near the Saitoyama trailhead (Saitoyama Tozanguchi) in Nagano, Onozandan, Minamiaizu Town at around 11:35 a.m. on April 25.
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Summary
In Fukushima Prefecture, multiple bear sightings were reported from the night of April 24 through April 25, with individuals about 0.5–1.5 meters long. A bear was also seen near the Saitoyama trailhead in Nagano (Minamiaizu Town) at around 11:35 a.m. on April 25, and authorities have urged caution.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 02:35 AM
Address
Minamiaizu Nagano, Fukushima
Coordinates
37.208573, 139.815066
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