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Aizubange Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Aizubange, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Aizubange saw its latest black bear report on April 19, 2026 at Aizubange 大字宮古, where a bear about 50 cm long was spotted on the grounds of an office at 19:11 and then moved north toward National Route 49. Just before that, on March 27, 2026 at Aizubange 大字気多宮, a driver saw a bear about 1 m long crossing the road.
The busiest ground has been around Terajo (Katsu) and Aizubange 大字牛川, with repeated sightings in brush and thickets, and the overall pace has been strongest in November 2025 with 57 reports and October 2025 with 35, before easing into February 2026 with 8 and March 2026 with 1. Across Aizubange, black bear activity has reached 172 sightings in total, so this is an area with a long running pattern rather than a one off event.
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勝大字寺条に2月13日午前10時に集中してるのが気になるな—同じ個体なのか、それとも報告の重複なのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Aizubange
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Aizubange?
Aizubange has recorded 172 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Aizubange?
The most recent bear sighting in Aizubange was on April 19, 2026 in Aizubange 大字宮古, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Aizubange?
Recent bear sightings in Aizubange have been concentrated in Aizubange 大字塔寺 (14), Aizubange 大字宇内 (13), Aizubange 大字片門 (12). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Aizubange?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Aizubange?
Aizubange 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.