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Mount Iizuna Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Iizuna, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
On April 30, 2026, a black bear was seen in Iizuna Hiraide. That was the most recent sign that bears are still moving through the Mount Iizuna area, and it followed another report in Iizuna Furumachi on April 16, 2026.
The activity has been heaviest around Iizuna, Shinano, and Nagano, with repeated reports in places like Iizuna Furumachi, Shinano Kashiwabara, and Shinano Furuma. The pace peaked in October 2025 with 62 incidents, then stayed active through November 2025 with 14 and December 2025 with 11, before easing into January 2026 with 1, February 2026 with 2, and March 2026 with 3; across Mount Iizuna, there have been 284 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Iizuna
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Iizuna?
Mount Iizuna has recorded 284 bear incidents in total, with 12 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Iizuna?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Iizuna was on April 29, 2026 in Iizuna Hiraide, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Iizuna?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Iizuna have been concentrated in Shinano Furuma (11), Nagano (10), Nagano City (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Iizuna?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 12 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Iizuna?
Mount Iizuna 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.