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Midori Ward, Sagamihara Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Midori Ward, Sagamihara, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Midori Ward, Sagamihara saw a black bear on December 1, 2025 at Magino, and the recent trail and hillside reports there keep this area on alert. Another sighting was logged in Sanogawa on November 6, 2025, showing that the bears are still moving through familiar ground in the ward.
The most active spots in this area have been Magino, Sanogawa, and Kuzuhara, with reports also coming from Tachi and other parts of Sagamihara. Activity has been heaviest in June 2025 with 9 sightings and May 2025 with 7, then it stayed active into September 2025 with 5; across Midori Ward, Sagamihara, there have been 109 black bear sightings in total.
Midori Ward, Sagamihara Bear Incident Map
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牧野で何度も出てるけど、同じ個体なのか、それとも地形的に通り道になってるのか気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Midori Ward, Sagamihara
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Midori Ward, Sagamihara?
Midori Ward, Sagamihara has 109 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 Midori Ward, Sagamihara?
The most recent bear sighting in Midori Ward, Sagamihara was on March 30, 2026 in Hachioji, Tokyo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Midori Ward, Sagamihara?
Recent bear sightings in Midori Ward, Sagamihara have been concentrated in Sagamihara Magino (25), Sagamihara Mikage (20), Sagamihara (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Midori Ward, Sagamihara?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Midori Ward, Sagamihara?
Midori Ward, Sagamihara 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.