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Anamizu Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Anamizu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hosu Anamizu Town has had 5 confirmed black bear sightings on record here, with the most recent on 2025-11-05 when a Tokyu Construction worker saw a bear about 1–1.5 meters long near the Nōetsu Expressway during restoration work. That November sighting is the only report listed for 2025-11, and no traces were found after the sighting.
Activity is light but not absent, with earlier reports in 2025-05 at the municipal golf center and a cluster of sightings in 2021-05 and 2021-08 around Soyama and Rokuro areas along National Route 249 and local roads. The records show single bears each time and the town locations named are Anamizu, Soyama, and Rokuro, indicating where recent encounters have occurred.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Anamizu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Anamizu?
Anamizu has 5 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 Anamizu?
The most recent bear sighting in Anamizu was on November 5, 2025 in Anamizu, Ishikawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Anamizu?
Recent bear sightings in Anamizu have been concentrated in Anamizu Rokuro (2), Anamizu Soyama (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Anamizu?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Anamizu?
Anamizu 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.