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Ikusaka Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ikusaka, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ikusaka’s latest black bear report came from 上生坂 on December 5, 2025, when 1 bear was seen there. Earlier in the season, 小立野 had a sighting of 2 bears, a mother and cubs, on November 13, 2025.
The busiest places in Ikusaka have been 上生坂 and 大字北陸郷, with repeated reports also coming from 大字東広津, 下生坂, and the wider Ikusaka area. Activity has been heaviest in October 2025 with 5 sightings and November 2025 with 4, and the area has logged 13 black bear sightings overall.
Ikusaka Bear Incident Map
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Three reports in just five days across November, all in the same village.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ikusaka
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ikusaka?
Ikusaka has 13 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 Ikusaka?
The most recent bear sighting in Ikusaka was on December 5, 2025 in Ikusaka 上生坂, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ikusaka?
Recent bear sightings in Ikusaka have been concentrated in Ikusaka 上生坂 (4), Ikusaka 大字東広津 (4), Ikusaka 大字北陸郷 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ikusaka?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Ikusaka?
Ikusaka 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.