To residents and visitors of Higashikawa-cho and surrounding areas
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, a brown bear was sighted along Prefectural Route 1160 (Asahidake Onsen Line).
Please exercise extreme caution if you are traveling through or using the nearby area.
Date and time: Wednesday, May 28
Location: On the road and near the bridge in front of Daisetsu Asahidake Gensui Park, heading from Prefectural Route 1160 (Asahidake Onsen Line) toward Higashikawa-cho.
Number of bears: One (encountered twice)
Situation: The bear ran from the T-junction of Prefectural Route 1160 (Asahidake Onsen Line) toward the Asahidake Gensui area.
After fleeing into the forested area, it appeared on the road again before running off.
We will continue to update with the latest information, so please remain alert.
If you spot a bear, please report it immediately to the contact below.
Higashikawa Town Agricultural Promotion Division, Forestry and Agriculture Promotion Office
TEL 0166-82-2111 (ext. 152)
https://reurl.cc/W0ZGYO...
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