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Shimonita Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Shimonita, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Shimonita recorded its latest black bear sighting on April 8, 2026 at Shimonita Hakusan, when 1 bear was seen in the morning at 7:00. The area has now logged 15 black bear sightings overall, and that keeps this place on watch for hikers and residents alike.
The most active spots have been Shimonita Town Nishinomaki and Shimonita Town Higashinomaki, with repeated reports also coming from Shimonita Town Motojuku, Shimonita Town Minaminomaki, and Shimonita Town Kamiosaka. Activity has peaked in June 2024 with 4 reports and May 2024 with 3, then picked up again in May 2025 with 2 reports, while later months such as June 2025, August 2025, and October 2025 each saw 1 report.
Shimonita Bear Incident Map
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西野牧周辺に集中してるのか、同じ個体が何度も目撃されてるのか、どっちなんだろう。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shimonita
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shimonita?
Shimonita has recorded 15 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 Shimonita?
The most recent bear sighting in Shimonita was on April 7, 2026 in Shimonita Hakusan, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shimonita?
Recent bear sightings in Shimonita have been concentrated in Shimonita Town Nishinomaki (4), Shimonita Town Minaminomaki (3), Shimonita Town Higashinomaki (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shimonita?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Shimonita?
Shimonita 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.