News 2 Black Bears La France Onsen (Koyashiki Shinzaike), Shiwa Town, Iwate Nov 6, 2025, 06:20 AM

Description

On the morning of November 6, multiple bear sightings were reported in Shiwa Town, Iwate. At around 06:20 an adult about 1 m long was seen in a ginkgo tree on the grounds of La France Onsen; at 06:28 a parent and cub (2 bears) were seen near the south side road of Gokuraku-ji temple; and at 06:43 an adult about 1.5 m long was seen near Katayose Dateda. No human or property damage has been confirmed.

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Summary

On the morning of November 6, multiple bear sightings occurred across Shiwa Town. An adult was spotted in a ginkgo tree on the grounds of La France Onsen, a parent and cub were seen near Gokuraku-ji temple, and another adult was observed near Katayose Dateda. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

2

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 06:20 AM

Address

Coordinates

39.573695, 141.083063

Sources