News Black Bear Aizumisato 字三日町上, Fukushima Apr 14, 2026, 06:40 AM

Description

At around 15:40 on April 14, in Funaba, Aizumisato Town, Fukushima Prefecture, a man driving a vehicle spotted a bear about 50 cm long climbing a tree. The bear later left the area; no human or property damage has been confirmed, and the police and Aizumisato town office are cooperating to patrol the area and warn residents.

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

Summary

On the afternoon of April 14 in Funaba, Aizumisato Town, a driver spotted a small bear climbing a tree. The roughly 50-cm animal left the area without causing damage. Police and the town office have stepped up patrols and are warning local residents.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 06:40 AM

Address

Coordinates

37.440878, 139.898996

Sources