Visit to Hachioji City, Tokyo, and Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture

Minister Sasagawa visited the site of emergency bear shooting operations in Hachioji City, Tokyo, as well as an area affected by the red-necked longhorn in Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture. The visit reaffirmed the challenge of securing personnel qualified to shoot bears. In Koshu City, the Minister also heard from the Mayor and other relevant stakeholders about the current situation and challenges in addressing damage caused by the red-necked longhorn, and exchanged views with them.