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Goshogawara Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Goshogawara, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Goshogawara saw its latest sharp close call on March 12, 2026, at about 22:15 near Sasayama Sekiyu in Isomatsu Isono, where a single black bear about 1.2 meters long was sighted. That same night, another report placed the bear near Sasayama Oil in Isomatsu Isono, underscoring how recent the activity has been in the city.
The busiest ground has been around Isomatsu Isono, Ota, Oaza Hara, Oaza Shimoiwasaki, and Oaza Ichinotsubo, with signs of bears and crop damage turning up especially in the farm edges. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 18 incidents, stayed high in August 2025 with 12, and remained active through November 2025 with 5 and December 2025 with 1, bringing the total for Goshogawara to 111 black bear sightings and reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Goshogawara
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Goshogawara?
Goshogawara has 111 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Goshogawara?
The most recent bear sighting in Goshogawara was on March 12, 2026 in Isomatsu Isono, Goshogawara City, Aomori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Goshogawara?
Recent bear sightings in Goshogawara have been concentrated in Goshogawara 大字神山 (16), Goshogawara 大字原子 (12), Goshogawara 大字持子沢 (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Goshogawara?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Goshogawara?
Goshogawara 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.