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Mount Arafune Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Arafune
Mount Arafune had a Black Bear report in Shimonita Minaminomaki on July 31, 2026. There were 6 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 spread across Karuizawa, Karuizawa 大字発地, and Saku. The area has 105 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Arafune
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Arafune?
Mount Arafune has recorded 105 bear incidents in total, with 6 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 Arafune?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Arafune was on July 30, 2026 in Shimonita Minaminomaki, Gunma, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Arafune?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Arafune have been concentrated in Karuizawa 大字発地 (30), Saku (22), Shimonita (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Arafune?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Arafune?
Mount Arafune 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.