Bear eliminated 20 meters from nursing home in Sapporo’s Teine Ward.

Teine Kinzan is a historic silver mine located in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. It was a significant mining site during the Edo period (17th-19th centuries) and contributed to the region’s economic development. Today, it operates as a tourist attraction where visitors can explore its tunnels and learn about its mining history.

Teine Ward is a residential district in western Sapporo, Japan, known for its natural scenery and proximity to the Teine Ski Resort. Historically, the area was a separate town before its merger with Sapporo in 1967, and it gained international recognition when the ski resort hosted the alpine events for the 1972 Winter Olympics. Today, it remains a popular destination for outdoor recreation while serving as a suburban community.

Sapporo is the capital of Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost prefecture, which was officially founded in 1868 during the Meiji period as a planned modern city. It is internationally famous for its annual Sapporo Snow Festival and as the birthplace of Sapporo Beer, with its brewing history dating back to 1876. The city’s organized grid layout and landmarks like the Clock Tower reflect its development during Japan’s push for modernization.