News Black Bear Myoko, Niigata May 2, 2026, 09:02 PM

Description

Around 06:02 on May 3, 2026, a single bear about 1 meter long was sighted near the Teramachi interchange on National Route 18 in Yanaiida-machi, Myoko City, and a passerby reported it. Police and the city warned nearby residents and carried out alerting activities.

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Summary

On the morning of May 3, a single bear about 1 meter long was seen near the Teramachi interchange on Route 18 in Yanaiida-machi, Myoko City. After a passerby's report, police and the city warned local residents and carried out patrols.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 09:02 PM

Address

Coordinates

37.055767, 138.254065

Sources