Fukushima 불곰 출몰 정보

Fukushima saw a tense encounter on April 22, 2026, when a cub about 70 centimeters long was spotted near houses in Fukushima Town and later recorded crossing a national road. The previous evening, on April 21, 2026 at about 20:00, another sighting of the same size was reported in Shirafu as it crossed National Route 228 roughly 15 meters from the observer.

The heaviest activity has centered on Fukushima Town, including Tatesaki, Shirafu, and the area around Chinai Onsen, with repeated reports near roads, homes, gardens, and garbage areas. Activity peaked in July 2025 with 27 reports and stayed high in September 2025 with 15, while October 2025 added 13 more; the area has recorded 119 brown bear sightings overall.