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Aizuwakamatsu Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Aizuwakamatsu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Aizuwakamatsu saw its most recent bear report on April 29, 2026 at 08:45 in Yugawaminami, where a single black bear about 1 meter long was seen walking on the riverbed. Earlier that same week, a bear was also spotted in Tenneijimachi on April 27 and again on April 26 at 18:40, both times near private property, with no injuries or property damage reported.
The busiest stretches have been around Tenneijimachi, Yugawaminami, Kawahigashimachi Asayama, and Tenjinmachi, with reports also coming from Mondenmachi Oyama and Outemachi. Activity has been strongest in October and November, when monthly reports reached 51 in each month, and the area has now recorded 722 black bear sightings overall.
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2月18日に大戸町で立て続けに複数件報告されてるけど、同じイチョウの木の下での目撃が何度も記録されてるのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Aizuwakamatsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Aizuwakamatsu?
Aizuwakamatsu has recorded 722 bear incidents in total, with 23 reported in the last 30 days and 5 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 Aizuwakamatsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Aizuwakamatsu was on April 28, 2026 in Aizuwakamatsu Yugawaminami, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Aizuwakamatsu?
Recent bear sightings in Aizuwakamatsu have been concentrated in Aizuwakamatsu Higashiyamamachi-Yumoto (13), Aizuwakamatsu Keizan 2-chome (6), Aizuwakamatsu Otomachi-Oyakawabata (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Aizuwakamatsu?
Activity has slowed. 5 incidents in the last 7 days, 23 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Aizuwakamatsu?
Aizuwakamatsu 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.