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Nakagawa Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nakagawa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Nakagawa saw a black bear on December 8, 2025 in 片桐, where 1 bear was reported with an unknown size. That report follows another sighting in 片桐 on December 1, 2025, and the area has stayed active into the early winter months.
The most active parts of Nakagawa have been 片桐, the wider Nakagawa area, and Doba, with sightings also reaching Matsukawa Kamikatagiri. Activity has been heaviest in October 2025 with 5 incidents, while December 2025 has already logged 2 and September 2025 recorded 3; across the full record, 32 black bear sightings have been reported in this area.
Nakagawa Bear Incident Map
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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 32 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 Nakagawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Nakagawa was on December 8, 2025 in Nakagawa 片桐, 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 (12), Nakagawa Doba (3), Nakagawa Shitoku (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nakagawa?
No recent activity to assess.
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.