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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 latest black bear incident came on April 22, 2026 at Suwanosawa in Aomori City, where a motorist spotted one juvenile bear near the Aomori Expressway around 12:15 PM. No injuries or damage were reported, but two days earlier, on April 19, 2026, a bear about 1.5 meters long crossed the road in Tsurugasaka and came into contact with a car.
The busiest ground is around Aomori City, especially the Hakkoda Ropeway Sanroku Station area and the roads through Arakawa and Kansumisawa, with another recent sighting in Namioka near the toll road. Activity surged in November 2025 with 81 reports and stayed heavy through October 2025 with 51, September 2025 with 45, and August 2025 with 75; the area has logged 737 black bear sightings overall.
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Five sightings within a couple hours on March 2 around Route 103 and the ropeway station, all the same day.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Aomori
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Aomori?
Aomori has recorded 737 bear incidents in total, with 2 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 March 2, 2026 in Hakkoda Ropeway Sanroku Station, 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 Aomori Ishie 3-chome (6), Aomori City (5), Namioka, Aomori City (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Aomori?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 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.