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Higashidori Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Higashidori, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Higashidori had a black bear sighting on January 22, 2026, when 1 bear was spotted there. That follows another report from December 22, 2025 in Higashidori Noushi, showing that bear activity is still showing up in the area.
The busiest stretch in the record came in October 2025, when 29 sightings were reported, with more activity in July 2025 at 22 and June 2025 at 26. Reports also clustered in Shitsukari and Shiriya, while the area has logged 237 black bear sightings overall.
Higashidori Bear Incident Map
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尻労地区で10月下旬に集中して目撃されてるけど、その後も途絶えずに報告が続いてるのが気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Higashidori
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Higashidori?
Higashidori has 237 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 Higashidori?
The most recent bear sighting in Higashidori was on January 21, 2026 in Higashidori, Aomori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Higashidori?
Recent bear sightings in Higashidori have been concentrated in Higashidori Gamanosawa (19), Higashidori Odanosawa (16), Higashidori Noushi (14). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Higashidori?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Higashidori?
Higashidori 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.