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Kamikoani Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kamikoani, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kamikoani’s most recent sharp alert came on April 24, 2026, when a resident in Okitaomote spotted a black bear about 1.5 m long inside the settlement, and the direction it left afterward was unknown. Earlier that same morning in Fukudate, staff near the communal lodging and exchange facility Coanity and the Kamikoani nursery area saw another bear about 1 m long, and a separate sighting near the village cemetery by Kamikoani Elementary and Junior High School added to the morning activity there.
Most of the trouble is centered in Fukudate, with other repeated reports coming from Obayashi, Sugihana, and Odaase, where bears have been seen in rice fields, near roads, and close to houses. Activity has peaked in October with 38 reports, then July with 16, and August with 14, while the area has recorded 136 black bear sightings in all.
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11月に入ってからも民家すぐ近くで連日出没してるから、この村はよほどクマが居着きやすい環境なんだろうな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kamikoani
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kamikoani?
Kamikoani has recorded 136 bear incidents in total, with 3 reported in the last 30 days and 3 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Kamikoani?
The most recent bear sighting in Kamikoani was on April 24, 2026 in Kamikoani Okitaomote, Akita, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kamikoani?
Recent bear sightings in Kamikoani have been concentrated in Kamikoani Fukudate (25), Kamikoani Okitaomote (17), Kamikoani Sugihana (15). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kamikoani?
Activity is elevated. 3 of the 3 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Kamikoani?
Kamikoani is home to Asian black bears, which weigh up to 120kg and inhabit the mountains of Honshu and Shikoku. They are generally shy but can be dangerous when surprised or protecting cubs. Carry bear bells while hiking.