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Mount Kirigamine Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Kirigamine
Mount Kirigamine had a Black Bear report in Nagawa on June 2, 2026. There were 1 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are centered on Nagawa. The area has 15 recorded incidents in total.
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Mount Kirigamine Bear Incident Map
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12月だけで3件も報告されてるのに、なんで最近になって急に増えてるんだろ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Kirigamine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Kirigamine?
Mount Kirigamine has recorded 15 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Kirigamine?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Kirigamine was on December 18, 2025 in Takashima, Suwa City, 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 Kirigamine?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Kirigamine have been concentrated in Nagawa (5), Nagawa 和田 (2), Takashima, Suwa City (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Kirigamine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Kirigamine?
Mount Kirigamine 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.