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Ningyousan Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ningyousan, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ningyousan’s most recent black bear report came on March 2, 2026 at 01:00 in Nanto 東中江, where 1 young bear was sighted. The newest cluster before that was in Nanto 見座, where 2 adult bears were seen on December 9, 2025 at 06:00 and again on December 10, 2025, with another report nearby in Nanto 利賀村上畠 on December 2, 2025 at 06:50.
The busiest ground has been around Nanto 見座, with repeated reports through November and December, while Nanto 利賀村上畠 has also stayed active in early December. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 30 incidents, stayed high in May and June with 18 and 17, and the area has recorded 725 black bear sightings overall.
Ningyousan Bear Incident Map
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南砺市大島だけで12月に連続で目撃されてるんだ、同じ個体が行ったり来たりしてるのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ningyousan
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ningyousan?
Ningyousan has 725 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Ningyousan?
The most recent bear sighting in Ningyousan was on March 1, 2026 in Nanto 東中江, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ningyousan?
Recent bear sightings in Ningyousan have been concentrated in Shirakawa Ogimachi (19), Nanto 見座 (18), Shirakawa Iishima (12). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ningyousan?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Ningyousan?
Ningyousan 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.