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Bandai Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Bandai, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Bandai’s most recent hard alarm came on April 11, 2026 at around 15:00, when a single black bear about 80 cm long was seen crossing the Inawashiro Shiogawa Line in Sarashina from north to south. That keeps the focus on the roads and roadside edges where people are still running into bears in this area.
The busiest ground has been around Bandai Town itself, including Sarashina, Akaeda, and the Gongenmori area, with incidents also showing up along the Inawashiro Shiogawa Line and the Inawashiro Shirakawa Line. Activity has been heaviest in October 2025 with 18 reports and November 2025 with 13, after quieter months in 2024; Bandai has logged 139 black bear sightings in all.
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11月中旬から23日まで、ほぼ一週間おきにクマが目撃されてるんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Bandai
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Bandai?
Bandai has recorded 139 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Bandai?
The most recent bear sighting in Bandai was on April 11, 2026 in Bandai 大字更科, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Bandai?
Recent bear sightings in Bandai have been concentrated in Bandai 大字更科 (32), Bandai Town (2), Bandai 大字赤枝 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Bandai?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Bandai?
Bandai 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.