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Tamura Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tamura, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tamura saw its most recent black bear incident at around 6:20 a.m. on April 28, 2026, when a bear about 1 meter long crossed National Route 288 at Furutō Kotakizawa in Tsujimachi and then moved into nearby fields. No injuries or property damage were reported, but this kind of roadside crossing shows that bears are still moving through the city edge.
The most active spots have been in Tsujimachi and Funehikimachi, with other sightings also turning up in Tokiwamachi, and the reports have clustered in January 2026, December 2025, and November 2025, with 2 sightings in each of those months. Tamura has recorded 13 black bear sightings overall, so this is a place where bear activity has been present in several neighborhoods across the seasons.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tamura
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tamura?
Tamura has recorded 13 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Tamura?
The most recent bear sighting in Tamura was on January 16, 2026 in Tamura Miyakojimachi-Furumichi, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tamura?
Recent bear sightings in Tamura have been concentrated in Tamura Miyakojimachi-Furumichi (3), Tamura Funehikimachi-Nagaya (2), Tamura Funehikimachi-Toyamazawa (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tamura?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Tamura?
Tamura 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.