News Black Bear Tōno Ayaoricho-Shimoayaori, Iwate Apr 24, 2026, 04:30 AM

Description

Around 13:30 on April 24, an adult bear was found perched in a tree and remaining motionless near the Seiyouen Clean Center in Shinzato, Ayahori-cho, Tono City. As of 16:00 the situation remained at an impasse, and police and municipal officials are considering how to respond.

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Summary

On the afternoon of April 24 an adult bear climbed a tree and remained motionless near the Seiyouen Clean Center in Shinzato, Ayahori-cho, Tono. Police confirmed the bear and, with the situation still at an impasse by 4:00 PM, local authorities are considering how to respond.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 04:30 AM

Address

Coordinates

39.321610, 141.474958

Sources