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Nakagawa Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Nakagawa
Nakagawa had a Black Bear report in Nakagawa 片桐 on August 7, 2026. The only incident in the past 30 days was reported within the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are centered on Nakagawa 片桐. The area has 36 recorded incidents in total.
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中川村に集中してるな。12月も報告が続いてるのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nakagawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nakagawa?
Nakagawa has recorded 36 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Nakagawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Nakagawa was on June 20, 2026 in Nakagawa, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nakagawa?
Recent bear sightings in Nakagawa have been concentrated in Nakagawa 片桐 (15), Nakagawa Doba (3), Nakagawa Shitoku (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nakagawa?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Nakagawa?
Nakagawa 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.