News Black Bear Keizan 2-chome, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima Dec 21, 2025, 02:00 PM

Description

Around 19:30 on the 21st, a man in his 60s spotted a single bear (about 0.8 m long) near a chestnut tree in a field in Keizan 2-chome, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima. No injuries or property damage were reported; police are working with Aizuwakamatsu City to conduct publicity and patrols around the area.

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Summary

On the evening of the 21st, a single bear about 0.8 m long was sighted near a chestnut tree in a field in Keizan 2-chome, Aizuwakamatsu. A man in his 60s who was at home saw the animal; no injuries or damage were reported. Police are coordinating with the city to issue warnings and carry out patrols around the area.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 02:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

37.491965, 139.951258

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