News Black Bear Tendo Interchange, Yamagata Nov 28, 2025, 03:30 AM

Description

Around 03:30 on November 28, 2025, a bear was seen passing through the gate of the Tohoku-Chuo Expressway Tendo Interchange in Tendo City. The prefecture has extended the bear sighting alert until December 31 and is urging caution.

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

Summary

On the 28th, multiple bear sightings were reported across Yamagata Prefecture, including in Tsuruoka City near a residence and near Hirose Elementary School. In Tendo City, a bear was seen passing through the gate of the Tohoku-Chuo Expressway Tendo Interchange at around 03:30. The prefecture has extended the active bear sighting alert through December 31 and is urging people to remain vigilant, especially during commuting and school travel times.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Friday, November 28, 2025 at 03:30 AM

Address

Coordinates

38.363276, 140.345886

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