Location
Description
At around 13:50 on the 6th, a bear was sighted near Matsuo Shrine in the Tamaniwa area of Kawanishi Town, Yamagata Prefecture. The town warned that a bear may still be in the vicinity and urged people to be cautious.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
A bear was sighted in the afternoon of the 6th near Matsuo Shrine in Kawanishi Town's Tamaniwa area, and the town has warned local residents to stay cautious as a bear may still be in the area.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Friday, March 6, 2026 at 04:50 AM
Address
Matsuo Shrine, Yamagata
Coordinates
37.946937, 139.984892
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