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Satake Nagareyama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Satake Nagareyama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Satake Nagareyama has been seeing fresh bear activity, and the most recent report came on November 15, 2025 in Yuzawa, where one bear was spotted at the former Asakain Nursery School before its movement became unknown. On the same day in Yuzawa, a cub was seen traveling along the village road toward Yamamoto, adding to the sense that bears are still moving through settled places.
The busiest ground has been Yuzawa, with repeated reports there, while Sakae and Iriyama in Nakanojo Town have also stayed active. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 19 reports and remained high in September 2025 with 16, while the area has logged 108 black bear sightings in all.
Satake Nagareyama Bear Incident Map
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10月中旬から11月中旬にかけてずっと浅貝や中之条町入山で出てるから、同じ個体の親子が季節移動してるのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Satake Nagareyama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Satake Nagareyama?
Satake Nagareyama has 108 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 Satake Nagareyama?
The most recent bear sighting in Satake Nagareyama was on November 15, 2025 in Yuzawa, Niigata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Satake Nagareyama?
Recent bear sightings in Satake Nagareyama have been concentrated in Yuzawa (95), Sakae (5), Sakae Sakai (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Satake Nagareyama?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Satake Nagareyama?
Satake Nagareyama 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.