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Kuroishi Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kuroishi
Kuroishi had a Black Bear report in Kuroishi 大字三島 on June 22, 2026. There were 7 incidents in the past 30 days, including 6 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Kuroishi 大字三島, Kuroishi, and Kuroishi 大字高舘. The area has 179 recorded incidents in total.
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牡丹平地区だけで11月9日、10月30日って立て続けに出てるから、同じ個体が居着いてるのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kuroishi
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kuroishi?
Kuroishi has recorded 179 bear incidents in total, with 7 reported in the last 30 days and 6 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 Kuroishi?
The most recent bear sighting in Kuroishi was on June 22, 2026 in Kuroishi 大字三島, Aomori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kuroishi?
Recent bear sightings in Kuroishi have been concentrated in Kuroishi 大字高舘 (16), Kuroishi 田山平 (10), Kuroishi 大字花巻 (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kuroishi?
Activity is elevated. 6 of the 7 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Kuroishi?
Kuroishi 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.