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Tomioka Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tomioka, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tomioka saw its most recent black bear report on October 22, 2025 at 03:30 in 妙義町北山, where 1 black bear was observed. Another bear was reported there again on October 10, 2025 at 05:50, which shows that 妙義町北山 has been especially active.
Across this area, 妙義町北山, 妙義町諸戸, and 妙義町行沢 stand out as the places with repeated reports, while 中沢 and 蕨 have also seen activity. The busiest month in the record was June 2025 with 5 reports, and Tomioka has recorded 16 black bear sightings overall.
Tomioka Bear Incident Map
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妙義町で繰り返し出没してるのか、けっこう同じエリアに集中してるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tomioka
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tomioka?
Tomioka has 16 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 Tomioka?
The most recent bear sighting in Tomioka was on October 21, 2025 in Tomioka 妙義町北山, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tomioka?
Recent bear sightings in Tomioka have been concentrated in Tomioka 妙義町諸戸 (4), Tomioka 妙義町行沢 (3), Tomioka 妙義町北山 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tomioka?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Tomioka?
Tomioka 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.