Aomori Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Aomori, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Aomori’s most recent sharp warning came on April 29, 2026 in Nanbu Sugisawa, where one black bear was reported near Sugisawa Higashi Kobashi around 18:30. The same day brought another sighting in Nanbu Takahashi, and Hachinohe Babacho also had 2 black bear reports, showing that bears were still moving through settled areas as evening set in.
The most active places in this stretch have been Hachinohe, Nanbu, Hashikami, and Tohoku, with multiple reports also coming from Rokkasho. Activity has been heaviest in the autumn, led by October 2025 with 813 reports and November 2025 with 460, then it eased through winter before rising again to 59 in March 2026; across Aomori, the total stands at 7,963 black bear sightings.
Aomori Bear Incident Map
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Aomori Monthly Bear Activity Trend
Incidents per month over the past year
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東北をバイクで旅行したいと2025年から考えていますが、今の状況でわざわざリスクある所に出かけたくないので延期しています。2026年も断念せざるを得ない状況みたいですね。旅行に行きたいけど、クマが多すぎて旅行に行けない状態はいつまで続くのでしょうか？普通に安心して田舎の風光明媚な所へ行きたい！
八戸市に集中してるな。3月7日だけで3件報告されてる。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Aomori
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Aomori?
Aomori has recorded 7,963 bear incidents in total, with 71 reported in the last 30 days and 30 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 Aomori?
The most recent bear sighting in Aomori was on April 28, 2026 in Nanbu Takahashi, Aomori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Aomori?
Recent bear sightings in Aomori have been concentrated in Tohoku 上野 (5), Hirosaki (4), Towada (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Aomori?
Activity is elevated. 30 of the 71 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Aomori?
Aomori 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.