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Nakatsugawa Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nakatsugawa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Nakatsugawa recorded a black bear sighting on January 14, 2026 at 16:00, when 1 bear was reported in the Nakatsugawa area. That adds to a run of recent winter reports, including January 9 in 千旦林, January 5 in 付知町, and two more on January 3 in 茄子川.
The busiest stretches have been in October 2025 with 29 incidents, September 2025 with 24, and November 2025 with 21, while December 2025 and January 2026 still kept bears on the move through winter. Most of the activity has centered around Nakatsugawa City, 茄子川, 坂下, 山口, and 蛭川, and the area has now logged 770 black bear sightings overall.
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Four reports just in January across different areas, and 770 total incidents for this municipality. That's a lot concentrated in one place. Could be the seasonal pattern pushing them down from higher elevations earlier than usual.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nakatsugawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nakatsugawa?
Nakatsugawa has 770 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 Nakatsugawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Nakatsugawa was on January 14, 2026 in Nakatsugawa, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nakatsugawa?
Recent bear sightings in Nakatsugawa have been concentrated in Nakatsugawa 坂下 (13), Nakatsugawa 付知町 (7), Nakatsugawa 茄子川 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nakatsugawa?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Nakatsugawa?
Nakatsugawa 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.