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Mount Azumaya Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Azumaya, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Azumaya saw a black bear in Tsumagoi at 7:30 on April 26, 2026, with another report from the same area at 7:00 that morning and one more on April 25, 2026 at 5:00 in the evening. The latest reports show the bears are still moving through the Tsumagoi side of the mountain area, even while earlier April sightings also reached Suzaka Kamegura and Suzaka Tochigura.
Most of the activity has centered on Tsumagoi and the Suzaka area, especially Nirei, Tochigura, Toyoka, and Kamegura, where bears have turned up near roadsides and even in residential yards. The busiest stretch came in October 2025 with 25 sightings, followed by September 2025 with 16, June 2025 with 15, and July 2025 with 13, and the area has recorded 124 black bear sightings overall.
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Suzaka area's had four sightings in just over a week, from November 5th through the 23rd.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Azumaya
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Azumaya?
Mount Azumaya has recorded 124 bear incidents in total, with 5 reported in the last 30 days and 3 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 Mount Azumaya?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Azumaya was on April 25, 2026 in Tsumagoi, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Azumaya?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Azumaya have been concentrated in Tsumagoi (25), Suzaka Shiono (15), Ueda 東組 (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Azumaya?
Activity is elevated. 3 of the 5 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Azumaya?
Mount Azumaya 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.