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Kawauchi Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kawauchi, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Futaba Kawauchi Village has had 5 total black bear sightings on record, with two of those in 2025-10 and one in 2025-07. Lately the action has been along the Ono–Tomita line and around Shimokawauchi, where a male surveyor saw a roughly one meter long bear crossing the prefectural road on October 24.
The village saw single bear reports during surveys earlier in February 2023 and one sighting in July 2025, bringing the recent monthly counts to 2 for 2025-10, 1 for 2025-07, and 2 for 2023-02. These are all black bear observations specific to Futaba Kawauchi Village, with the most detailed recent incident recorded on October 24.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kawauchi
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kawauchi?
Kawauchi has 5 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 Kawauchi?
The most recent bear sighting in Kawauchi was on October 24, 2025 in Kawauchi, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kawauchi?
Recent bear sightings in Kawauchi have been concentrated in Kawauchi Shimokawauchi (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kawauchi?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kawauchi?
Kawauchi 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.