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Jiigatake Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Jiigatake
Jiigatake had a Black Bear report in Ōmachi on July 30, 2026. There were 16 incidents in the past 30 days, including 6 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Ōmachi, Hakuba, and Hakuba Kamishiro. The area has 369 recorded incidents in total.
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大町市だけで11月中旬から12月中旬にかけてほぼ毎日出没が報告されてるって、相当な集中ぶりだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Jiigatake
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Jiigatake?
Jiigatake has recorded 369 bear incidents in total, with 16 reported in the last 30 days and 6 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 Jiigatake?
The most recent bear sighting in Jiigatake was on July 29, 2026 in Ōmachi, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Jiigatake?
Recent bear sightings in Jiigatake have been concentrated in Ōmachi (101), Hakuba (10), Ōmachi 元ノ関 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Jiigatake?
Activity is elevated. 6 of the 16 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Jiigatake?
Jiigatake 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.