
News Black Bear Otama Tamanoi, Fukushima May 6, 2026, 03:00 PM
Location
Description
A bear sighting was reported in Ōtama Village, Fukushima Prefecture. The bear is believed to be a single individual, and authorities have urged caution.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
A bear was reported in Ōtama Village, Fukushima Prefecture. The sighting involved a single bear, and authorities have issued warnings. Local residents are advised to secure doors and avoid approaching the animal.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 03:00 PM
Address
Otama Tamanoi, Fukushima
Coordinates
37.534355, 140.371190
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