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Sen no Kurayama Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Sen no Kurayama
Sen no Kurayama had a Black Bear report in Yuzawa Tsuchidaru on June 11, 2026. There were 4 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports include Minakami and Yuzawa Tsuchidaru. The area has 487 recorded incidents in total.
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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 487 bear incidents in total, with 4 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 June 11, 2026 in Yuzawa Tsuchidaru, Niigata, 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 (31), Yuzawa Kandatsu (17). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sen no Kurayama?
Activity is elevated. 2 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.