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Description
The special warning on bear sightings issued by Niigata Prefecture on October 6, 2025, and the enhanced bear-sighting alert period were lifted on January 31, 2026. Although the warning has been lifted, sightings remain higher than usual, so residents are urged to remain cautious and to report any bear sightings to Murakami Police (0254-52-0110) or Murakami City Hall (0254-53-2111).
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
The enhanced bear-sighting alert period in Murakami, issued under Niigata Prefecture's special warning, was lifted on January 31, 2026, but sightings remain above normal; the city continues to urge caution and provides contact numbers for reporting sightings.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Friday, January 30, 2026 at 03:00 PM
Address
Murakami 三之町, Niigata
Coordinates
38.224004, 139.480171
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