News Black Bear Ashimaki, Oto-machi, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Feb 5, 2026

Description

At around 7:00 on the 5th, a single bear approximately 0.7 m long was sighted resting in a tree in Ashimaki, Oto-machi, Aizuwakamatsu City. No injuries or property damage were reported, and police are conducting patrols in cooperation with the city.

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Summary

On the morning of the 5th, a single bear about 0.7 m long was seen resting in a tree in Ashimaki, Oto-machi, Aizuwakamatsu City. No damage was reported, and police and the city are continuing patrols in the area.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Address

Coordinates

37.395438, 139.932207

Sources