News Black Bear Yamanashi Makiokacho-Murofushi, Yamanashi May 7, 2026, 08:00 AM

Description

Around 17:00 on May 7, 2026, one bear-like animal about 1 meter long was sighted near Murofushi Community Center in Murofushi, Makioka-cho, Yamanashi City; the city has urged caution.

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

Summary

On the evening of May 7, a bear-like animal about 1 meter long was seen near the Murofushi Community Center in Murofushi, Makioka-cho, Yamanashi City. The city is urging residents to be cautious.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 08:00 AM

Address

Coordinates

35.750368, 138.716280

Sources