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Numata Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Numata, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Numata's most serious recent case came on December 29, 2025, when a black bear attacked a man at the entrance of a private home in Numata City, leaving him injured and shaken afterward. Just earlier, on December 1, 2025, a bear lunged at a security guard at the public restroom in front of JR Numata Station, and another bear had already been seen running down toward homes in Numata Iwamotomachi on December 5, 2025.
The pressure point is clear around Numata City itself, especially near JR Numata Station and the residential edge of Iwamotomachi, where bears have been showing up close to people and buildings. Activity peaked in October with 46 incidents, then stayed heavy in November with 14 and continued into December with 3; across Numata, black bears have been recorded 200 times overall.
Numata Bear Incident Map
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11月30日までに計122頭も捕獲されてるって、それだけ出没が多いってことなんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Numata
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Numata?
Numata has 200 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 Numata?
The most recent bear sighting in Numata was on December 29, 2025 in Numata City, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Numata?
Recent bear sightings in Numata have been concentrated in Numata Tonemachi-Oigami (14), Numata Tonemachi-Takatoya (9), Numata City (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Numata?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Numata?
Numata 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.