News Black Bear Musashiyokote Station, Saitama Nov 15, 2025

Description

A single bear was sighted about 100 meters southeast of Musashiyokote Station in Hidaka City, Saitama Prefecture; claw marks and feces were found on a persimmon tree in a private garden. A postal worker saw the bear on November 15, reported it on the 18th, and city staff with local hunters inspected the site on the 19th.

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Summary

In Hidaka City, Saitama, a postal worker spotted a single bear near Musashiyokote Station on November 15, and claw marks and droppings were found on a persimmon tree. The city inspected the site on the 19th and is urging residents to be cautious when going out in this mountain-adjacent area.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Saturday, November 15, 2025

Address

Coordinates

35.885141, 139.280845

Sources