Location
Description
Just after 04:00 on May 18, 2026, one bear was sighted near Sankouen in Chuo, Murayama City, Yamagata Prefecture. The city warned of the possibility of further sightings and urged residents and passersby to carry noise-making devices like bells or radios and to secure their homes.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
In the early hours of the 18th, a single bear was spotted near Sankouen in Chuo, Murayama City, Yamagata. The city warned of possible further appearances—especially at dawn and dusk—and urged residents to carry noise-makers and make sure their homes are secured.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 07:00 PM
Address
Murayama 楯岡中町, Yamagata
Coordinates
38.481808, 140.382544
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