News Black Bear Unosumai, Kamaishi City, Iwate Nov 30, 2025, 11:15 AM

Description

At around 11:15 AM on November 30, 2025, one bear (whether an adult or a cub was not determined) was sighted on the grounds of the Minami-Sanriku Coastal National Highway Office in Unosumai, Kamaishi City. The police were notified, responded, and confirmed the bear's presence.

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

Summary

On the morning of November 30, a single bear was sighted on the grounds of the Minami-Sanriku Coastal National Highway Office in Unosumai, Kamaishi City, and the police responded to confirm the sighting. Residents were reminded how to behave if they encounter a bear (do not run away with your back turned, keep visual contact and slowly back away, etc.).

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Sunday, November 30, 2025 at 11:15 AM

Address

Coordinates

39.323710, 141.859386

Sources