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Mount Jinba Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Jinba
Mount Jinba had a Black Bear report in Tokyo Kazuma on August 2, 2026. There were 7 incidents in the past 30 days, including 3 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Akiruno Otsu, Uenohara Akiyama, and Akiruno Fukasawa. The area has 529 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Jinba
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Jinba?
Mount Jinba has recorded 529 bear incidents in total, with 7 reported in the last 30 days and 3 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 Jinba?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Jinba was on August 2, 2026 in Tokyo Kazuma, Tokyo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Jinba?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Jinba have been concentrated in Hachioji (36), Tokyo Mitsugo (7), Akiruno Irino (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Jinba?
Activity is elevated. 3 of the 7 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Jinba?
Mount Jinba 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.