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Iida Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Iida, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Iida's latest black bear report came from the area around Ryuto Junior High School in Ryukoe, where a single bear about 1 meter long was seen crossing a road near the school at around 07:30 on December 15. Another report the same morning placed a bear on a road north of a junior high school in Ryue, so the most recent activity has been brushing right up against school zones and neighborhood roads.
The busiest stretch has been October 2025, when 32 sightings were reported, with activity still continuing in November 2025 and December 2025. The most active places in the recent reports include Ryukoe, Ryue, Hira in the Shimohisakata district, Yamamoto, and central Iida neighborhoods such as Ryuto, Imamiya cho four chome, and Shonagamachi one chome. In all, Iida has logged 78 black bear sightings, showing that this is a citywide pattern rather than a single isolated spot.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Iida
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Iida?
Iida has 78 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 Iida?
The most recent bear sighting in Iida was on December 15, 2025 in Ryuto Junior High School (Ryukoe, Iida), Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Iida?
Recent bear sightings in Iida have been concentrated in Iida City (11), Iida 大休 (7), Iida 羽場上河原 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Iida?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Iida?
Iida 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.