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Sen no Kurayama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sen no Kurayama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
In Sen no Kurayama, the most recent bear report came on April 29, 2026 at Minakami near Doai Station on National Route 291, where something that looked like a bear cub was running at 22:10. Before that, a bear was seen on April 28, 2026 near the Tohoku Electric Kandatsu Substation in Yuzawa Kandatsu along National Route 17, and another was reported on April 25, 2026 in Yuzawa Mitsumata on National Route 17.
The busiest parts of this area have been Yuzawa and Yuzawa Kandatsu, with reports also coming from Yuzawa Tsuchidaru, Minakami, and other road and riverside edges. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 76 incidents and stayed high in September 2025 with 50, August 2025 with 36, and July 2025 with 29, while the area has logged 478 black bear sightings overall.
Sen no Kurayama Bear Incident Map
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10月31日だけで岩原スキー場周辺に複数の目撃が集中してるのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sen no Kurayama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sen no Kurayama?
Sen no Kurayama has recorded 478 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Sen no Kurayama?
The most recent bear sighting in Sen no Kurayama was on April 29, 2026 in Minakami, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sen no Kurayama?
Recent bear sightings in Sen no Kurayama have been concentrated in Yuzawa Tsuchidaru (49), Yuzawa (35), Yuzawa Kandatsu (16). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sen no Kurayama?
Activity is elevated. 3 of the 4 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Sen no Kurayama?
Sen no Kurayama 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.