Key Facts
• On July 19, a bear was spotted crossing JR train tracks in Nayoro, Hokkaido.
• The incident occurred at 9:48 PM near Nayoro River on the JR Soya Main Line.
• The bear crossed about 200 meters ahead of a train heading to Nayoro Station.
• The train conductor in the lead car witnessed the bear crossing.
• The bear moved away from the tracks, and train operations were unaffected.
• The sighting location is approximately 2 kilometers from Nayoro Station.
• Police suggest the area near Nayoro River may be a bear pathway.
• No bear traces or damage to farmland were found during investigations.
• Authorities have urged local residents to remain cautious.
Summary
On the night of July 19, a bear was seen crossing JR train tracks in Nayoro, Hokkaido, approximately 200 meters ahead of a train heading to Nayoro Station. The incident occurred near Nayoro River on the JR Soya Main Line, about 2 kilometers from the station. The bear moved away from the tracks, and train operations continued without disruption. Police believe the area may serve as a bear pathway but found no traces or evidence of damage. Local authorities have advised residents to stay vigilant.
