News Black Bear Kitashiobara Village, Fukushima Jan 29, 2026, 03:00 PM

Description

In Kitashiobara Village, Fukushima Prefecture, a bear about 50 cm long stayed in the area and was captured and culled during an emergency gun hunt. This was reported to be the second such capture/culling in the prefecture.

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Summary

A bear about 50 cm long stayed in Kitashiobara Village, Fukushima Prefecture, prompting authorities to carry out an emergency gun hunt to capture and cull it. This was the second such operation in the prefecture, taken to ensure residents' safety.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 03:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

37.655747, 139.937555

Sources