Nagano Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Nagano
Nagano's most recent report came from Chikuma Awasa on May 19, 2026, when a single black bear about 1 meter long was sighted in the urban area around Yashiro's Susuki Suijinsha along Route 18. That same day, bear reports also came in from Shiojiri, including Daimon hachibancho and Kyushiojiri, which shows how closely these animals are still brushing up against town edges.
The busiest stretch has been around Shiojiri, with more reports also coming from Chikuma, Takamori, Iizuna, Nagano Matsushiromachi Higashijo, and Hakuba. The bigger surge came in October 2025 with 518 incidents, followed by November 2025 with 371, June 2025 with 390, and July 2025 with 332, while spring eased down to 81 in April 2026 and only 15 in March 2026. Across Nagano, black bears have been recorded 3,601 times overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nagano
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nagano?
Nagano has recorded 3,601 bear incidents in total, with 156 reported in the last 30 days and 50 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 Nagano?
The most recent bear sighting in Nagano was on May 19, 2026 in Chikuma Awasa, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nagano?
Recent bear sightings in Nagano have been concentrated in Azumino 穂高有明 (7), Matsumoto (6), Hara (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nagano?
Activity has slowed. 50 incidents in the last 7 days, 156 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Nagano?
Nagano 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.