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Wamyou Kurayama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Wamyou 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 Wamyou Kurayama, the latest hard warning came on March 16, 2026, when a black bear about 1.5 meters tall was reported in Otaki, Chichibu City. Just days earlier, around 11:50 PM on March 12, 2026, another bear of about 1.5 meters was sighted near Mitsumine Shrine and the Takizawa Dam management office in Otaki, Chichibu, showing that the activity is still pressing into late night hours.
The busiest ground has been around Chichibu, especially Otaki and Mitsumine, with repeated sightings clustered there through the season. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 21 reports, then stayed active into December 2025 with 6, January 2026 with 4, and March 2026 with 7. Across this area, the record now stands at 139 black bear sightings overall.
Wamyou Kurayama Bear Incident Map
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総事件数136件の割に、ここ数ヶ月は秩父市と小鹿野町に集中してるんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Wamyou Kurayama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Wamyou Kurayama?
Wamyou Kurayama has 139 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 Wamyou Kurayama?
The most recent bear sighting in Wamyou Kurayama was on March 15, 2026 in Otaki, Chichibu City, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Wamyou Kurayama?
Recent bear sightings in Wamyou Kurayama have been concentrated in Chichibu Mitsumine (17), Tokyo (14), Chichibu 栃本 (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Wamyou Kurayama?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Wamyou Kurayama?
Wamyou 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.