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Gongen take Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Gongen take, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Gongen take has its latest black bear report from Hara 上里 on November 8, 2025 at 9:00, when 1 bear of unknown size was seen there. That is the freshest sign in the area, following other recent reports in Minamimaki 大字野辺山, Hokuto Takanecho Murayama kitawari, and Chino Toyohira.
The activity is heaviest around Fujimi 冨里, where repeated reports came through May and June 2025, and other strong spots include Chino Toyohira, Minamimaki 大字野辺山, and Hara 上里. The pace peaked in June 2025 with 5 reports, while August 2024 also stood out with 6; across this record, Gongen take has logged 20 black bear sightings overall.
Gongen take Bear Incident Map
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富士見町に集中してるのが目立つけど、6月だけで5件も報告されてるんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Gongen take
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Gongen take?
Gongen take has 20 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 Gongen take?
The most recent bear sighting in Gongen take was on November 8, 2025 in Hara 上里, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Gongen take?
Recent bear sightings in Gongen take have been concentrated in Fujimi 冨里 (10), Fujimi 落合 (2), Hara 上里 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Gongen take?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Gongen take?
Gongen take 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.